Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
adenosperma
ID:
687880

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 3: 233 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687213

Common Names

  • Ficus adenosperma
  • Aden Fig
  • Aden Ficus

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Synonyms

  • Ficus adenosperma angustifolia Corner [unknown]
  • Ficus adenosperma chaetophora (Warb.) Corner [unknown]
  • Ficus adenosperma glabra Corner [unknown]
  • Ficus adenosperma microlepis Corner [unknown]
  • Ficus chaetophora Warb. [unknown]
  • Ficus depressa Benth. [unknown]
  • Ficus frutescens F.M.Bailey [unknown]
  • Ficus novae-hannoverae Engl. [unknown]
  • Ficus pauper King [unknown]
  • Ficus thelostoma Warb. [unknown]
  • Ficus trichoneura Summerh. [unknown]
  • Ficus turbinata Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Ficus adenosperma (also called 'Adenosperma Fig', among many other common names) is a woody shrub native to tropical regions of Asia and Africa. It has oval-shaped, glossy leaves and grows in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus adenosperma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, dysentery, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ficus adenosperma has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, round, yellowish-green fruits. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a white, fuzzy stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus adenosperma is a perennial evergreen tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is the easiest and most reliable method. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and the cuttings should root in about two weeks.

Where to Find Ficus adenosperma

Ficus adenosperma can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Ficus adenosperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus adenosperma?

Ficus adenosperma

What is the common name of Ficus adenosperma?

Adenosperma Fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus adenosperma?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in South America

Species in the Ficus genus

Ficus bonijesulapensis, Ficus caatingae, Ficus anserina, Ficus bukitrayaensis, Ficus carpentariensis, Ficus cotopaxiensis, Ficus ecuadorensis, Ficus francoae, Ficus lumutana, Ficus malayana, Ficus maximoides, Ficus paoana, Ficus pastasana, Ficus quichuana, Ficus quistocochensis, Ficus ridleyana, Ficus rimacana, Ficus sumacoana, Ficus thailandica, Ficus valaria, Ficus abelii, Ficus abscondita, Ficus abutilifolia, Ficus acamptophylla, Ficus acreana, Ficus aculeata, Ficus adelpha, Ficus adenosperma, Ficus adhatodifolia, Ficus adolphi-friderici, Ficus aequatorialis, Ficus albert-smithii, Ficus albipila, Ficus albomaculata, Ficus allutacea, Ficus alongensis, Ficus altissima, Ficus amadiensis, Ficus amazonica, Ficus americana, Ficus ampana, Ficus ampelos, Ficus amplissima, Ficus amplocarpa, Ficus ampulliformis, Ficus anastomosans, Ficus andamanica, Ficus androchaete, Ficus annulata, Ficus antandronarum,

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