Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amadiensis
ID:
687936

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Wild.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 12: 200 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687269

Common Names

  • Amadiensis Fig
  • Amadiensis Ficus
  • Amadiensis Rubber Plant

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Synonyms

  • Ficus calotropis Lebrun & L.Touss. [unknown]
  • Ficus kitubalu Hutch. [unknown]
  • Ficus ndola Mildbr. [unknown]

Description

Ficus amadiensis (also called Amadi Fig, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to tropical regions of Africa. It has large, glossy leaves and grows in tropical forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus amadiensis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It has a unique shape and is drought-tolerant, making it a great choice for xeriscaping. It is also used as a food source for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ficus amadiensis 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 amadiensis is a species of fig tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, though this is more difficult and takes longer to produce fruit.

Where to Find Ficus amadiensis

Ficus amadiensis can be found in the tropical regions of South and Central America.

Ficus amadiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus amadiensis?

Ficus amadiensis

What is the common name of Ficus amadiensis?

Amadiensis Fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus amadiensis?

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,

Species in the Moraceae family

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