Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arnottiana
ID:
688043

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Miq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 3: 287 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687376

Common Names

  • Arnottiana fig
  • Arnott's fig
  • Arnott's banyan fig

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Synonyms

  • Urostigma arnottianum Miq. [unknown]
  • Urostigma courtallense Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus courtallensis Baill. [unknown]
  • Ficus populeaster Desf. [unknown]

Description

Ficus arnottiana (also called the Arnott's Fig, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It can reach heights of up to 20 meters and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open woodlands, riverbanks, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus arnottiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ficus arnottiana 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 arnottiana can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Ficus arnottiana

Ficus arnottiana can be found in Southeast Asia, from Malaysia to Thailand.

Ficus arnottiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus arnottiana?

Ficus arnottiana

What are the common names of Ficus arnottiana?

Arnott's fig, Arnott's rubber fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus arnottiana?

Tropical rainforest

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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