Vrksasana involves the process of focusing the attention on each leg individually and bringing the body into balance. This tree pose can help balance the first Chakra, Muladhara Chakra. Muladhara Chakra is represented by the color red, and is associated with basic physical survival, security, and digestion, among other things. Vrksasana clarifies just how challenging it can be to stand on one leg.
 Asana technique:
To begin with this particular pose, stand in Tadasana.
Shift your weight slightly onto the left foot, keeping the inner foot firm to the floor, and bend your right knee.
Reach down with your right hand and clasp your right ankle.
Draw your right foot up and place the sole against the inner left thigh.
If possible, press the right heel into the inner left groin, toes pointing toward the floor. The center of your pelvis should be directly over the left foot.
Rest your hands on the top rim of your pelvis. Make sure the pelvis is in a neutral position, with the top rim parallel to the floor.
Lengthen your tailbone toward the floor.
Firmly press the right foot sole against the inner thigh and resist with the outer left leg. Press your hands together in Anjali Mudra.
Gaze softly at a fixed point in front of you on the floor about 4 or 5 feet away.
Stay for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Step back to Tadasana with an exhalation and repeat for the same length of time with the legs reversed.
You can stand with your back braced against a wall if you feel unsteady in this pose.
Benefits of Vrksasana
The pose induces strength thighs, calves, ankles and spine.
Stretches the groins and inner thighs, chest and shoulders
Improves sense of balance
Relieves sciatica and reduces flat feet
Precautions
In case of High blood pressure: Don`t raise arms overhead.
The asana is not recommended in case of Headache, Insomnia and Low blood pressure.
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