Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carpentariensis
ID:
509915

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.J.Dixon

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 16: 278 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509247

Common Names

  • Ficus carpentariensis
  • Carpentaria Fig
  • Carpentaria Ficus

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Description

Ficus carpentariensis (also called Carpentaria Ficus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the western United States and northern Mexico, and can be found in dry, sandy soils in deserts and other arid areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus carpentariensis is used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a flavoring agent in food. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as headaches, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Ficus carpentariensis has small yellow flowers. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus carpentariensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Ficus carpentariensis

Ficus carpentariensis is native to Australia.

Ficus carpentariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus carpentariensis?

Ficus carpentariensis

What is the common name of Ficus carpentariensis?

Carpentaria Fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus carpentariensis?

Ficus carpentariensis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Australia

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2607138: Based on the initial data import
Dale J. Dixon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Dixon' in the authors string.