Ficus bougainvillei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
Rechinger
Source:
cmp
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 11: 180 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687579
Common Names
- Ficus Bougainvillei
- Bougainville Fig
- Bougainville Ficus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ficus bougainvillei (also called Bougainville 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 bougainvillei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used for making mats, baskets and other items. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ficus bougainvillei is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ficus bougainvillei is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Ficus bougainvillei
Ficus bougainvillei is native to the Philippines and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Ficus bougainvillei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ficus bougainvillei?
Ficus bougainvillei
What is the common name of Ficus bougainvillei?
Bougainville's Fig
What is the natural habitat of Ficus bougainvillei?
Tropical and subtropical regions
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,