Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anserina
ID:
509913

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Corner) C.C.Berg

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 35: 5 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509245

Common Names

  • Ficus anserina
  • Goose Fig
  • Goose Ficus

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Synonyms

  • Ficus pubigera anserina Corner [unknown]

Description

Ficus anserina (also called Anserine Ficus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the western United States and northern Mexico, and can be found in dry, sandy soils in deserts and other arid areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus anserina is used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a flavoring agent in food. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as headaches, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ficus anserina is a yellow, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus anserina can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Ficus anserina

Ficus anserina is native to Australia.

Ficus anserina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus anserina?

Ficus anserina

What is the common name of Ficus anserina?

Goose Fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus anserina?

Ficus anserina is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia

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

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2607136: Based on the initial data import
Edred John Henry Corner (1906-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Corner' in the authors string.
Cornelis Christiaan Berg (1934-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.C.Berg' in the authors string.