Ficus austrina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Corner
Source:
cmp
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 18: 29 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687432
Common Names
- Austrina Fig
- Austrina Ficus
- Austrina Rubber Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ficus austrina (also called Australian Fig, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to tropical regions of Australia. It has large, glossy leaves and grows in tropical forests and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ficus austrina 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
The flowers of Ficus austrina are small, yellowish-green in color and grow in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ficus austrina is a perennial tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted into the garden when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Ficus austrina
Ficus austrina is native to India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands.
Ficus austrina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ficus austrina?
Ficus austrina
What is the natural habitat of Ficus austrina?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia
What are the common uses of Ficus austrina?
The leaves and fruits of Ficus austrina are used in traditional medicine and as food
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-2809588: Based on the initial data import
Edred John Henry Corner (1906-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Corner' in the authors string.