Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brittonii
ID:
688268

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bold.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Fl. Dutch W. Ind. Is. 2(5): 20 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687601

Common Names

  • Ficus Brittonii
  • Britton's Fig
  • Britton's Ficus

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Description

Ficus brittonii (also called Britton's Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree in the family Moraceae. It is native to Central America. 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 brittonii 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 brittonii is small, yellowish-green, and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is a single-seeded drupe, which is surrounded by a fleshy layer. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus brittonii is a tropical tree native to Central America. 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 brittonii

Ficus brittonii can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Ficus brittonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus brittonii?

Ficus brittonii

What type of plant is Ficus brittonii?

Ficus brittonii is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae.

Where is Ficus brittonii native to?

Ficus brittonii is native to Central America.

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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