Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carica
ID:
688357

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1059 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687690

Common Names

  • Ficus Carica
  • Carica Fig
  • Carica Ficus

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Synonyms

  • Caprificus insectifera Gasp. [unknown]
  • Caprificus leucocarpa Gasp. [unknown]
  • Caprificus oblongata Gasp. [unknown]
  • Caprificus pedunculata (Miq.) Gasp. [unknown]
  • Caprificus rugosa (Miq.) Gasp. [unknown]
  • Caprificus sphaerocarpa Gasp. [unknown]
  • Ficus albescens Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus burdigalensis Poit. & Turpin [unknown]
  • Ficus caprificus Risso [unknown]
  • Ficus carica caprificus (Risso) Tschirch [unknown]
  • Ficus carica domestica Czern. & Rav. [unknown]
  • Ficus carica riparium Hausskn. [unknown]
  • Ficus colchica Grossh. [unknown]
  • Ficus colombra Gasp. [unknown]
  • Ficus communis Lam. [unknown]
  • Ficus deliciosa Gasp. [unknown]
  • Ficus dottata Gasp. [unknown]
  • Ficus globosa Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus hypoleuca Gasp. [unknown]
  • Ficus hyrcana Grossh. [unknown]
  • Ficus kopetdagensis Pachom. [unknown]
  • Ficus latifolia Salisb. [unknown]
  • Ficus leucocarpa Gasp. [unknown]
  • Ficus macrocarpa Gasp. [unknown]
  • Ficus neapolitana Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus pachycarpa Gasp. [unknown]
  • Ficus pedunculata Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus polymorpha Gasp. [unknown]
  • Ficus praecox Gasp. [unknown]
  • Ficus regina hort. ex Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus rugosa Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus silvestris Risso [unknown]

Description

Ficus carica (also called the Common Fig, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and western Asia. It grows in temperate climates, in dry and moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus carica is a species of fig tree native to Mexico. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Mexican medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ficus carica sub. rupestris (Hausskn. ex Boiss.) Browicz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ficus carica has small white flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus carica is a deciduous tree native to the Middle East. It prefers a warm, sunny position 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 carica

Ficus carica is native to Southwest Asia and can be found in Mediterranean climates.

Ficus carica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus carica?

Ficus carica

What is the common name of Ficus carica?

Common Fig

Where is Ficus carica found?

Ficus carica is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

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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