Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amazonica
ID:
687937

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Pl. Feuill. Ornem. : 164 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687270

Common Names

  • Amazonica Fig
  • Amazonica Ficus
  • Amazonica Rubber Plant

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Synonyms

  • Urostigma angustifolium Miq. [unknown]
  • Urostigma amazonicum Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus angustifolia Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus surinamensis Miq. [unknown]

Description

Ficus amazonica (also called Amazon Fig, among many other common names) is a large evergreen tree native to tropical regions of South America. It has large, glossy leaves and grows in tropical forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus amazonica 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 amazonica has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered together in small clusters. The flowers are followed by small, green fruits that contain the seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus amazonica 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 amazonica

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

Ficus amazonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus amazonica?

Ficus amazonica

What is the common name of Ficus amazonica?

Amazonica Fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus amazonica?

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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