Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baeuerlenii
ID:
688116

Status:
valid

Authors:
King

Source:
cmp

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 55: 408 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687449

Common Names

  • Baeuerlenii Fig
  • Baeuerlenii Ficus
  • Baeuerlenii Rubber Plant

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Synonyms

  • Ficus balanota Diels [unknown]
  • Ficus hollrungii K.Schum. & Lauterb. [unknown]
  • Ficus laurentina Diels [unknown]
  • Ficus mespiloides King [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Ficus baeuerlenii 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 baeuerlenii are small, yellowish-green, and are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus baeuerlenii is a small evergreen tree native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings. To do so, take a cutting from a mature branch and place it in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and in a few weeks, new roots should start to form. Once the roots are established, the cutting can be transplanted into an individual pot.

Where to Find Ficus baeuerlenii

Ficus baeuerlenii is native to India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Ficus baeuerlenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus baeuerlenii?

Ficus baeuerlenii

What is the natural habitat of Ficus baeuerlenii?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia

What are the common uses of Ficus baeuerlenii?

The leaves and fruits of Ficus baeuerlenii 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,

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