Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bistipulata
ID:
688205

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griff.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Not. Pl. Asiat. 4: 398 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687538

Common Names

  • Ficus bistipulata
  • Two-lobed Fig
  • Two-lobed Ficus

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Description

Ficus bistipulata (also called Two-lobed Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree in the family Moraceae. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is a large evergreen tree, growing up to 30 m tall and with a trunk diameter of up to 3 m. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, in dry and moist forests, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus bistipulata is used as an ornamental plant in parks and gardens, as a windbreak, and as a shade tree.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ficus bistipulata 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus bistipulata is a fast-growing tree that can reach heights of up to 150 feet. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood.

Where to Find Ficus bistipulata

Ficus bistipulata can be found in India, growing in lowland rainforest.

Ficus bistipulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus bistipulata?

Ficus bistipulata

What is the common name of Ficus bistipulata?

Two-lobed fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus bistipulata?

Tropical rainforests

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,