Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carpenteriana
ID:
688374

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 1: 197 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687707

Common Names

  • Ficus carpenteriana
  • Carpenter's Fig
  • Carpenter Fig

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Synonyms

  • Ficus weberi Merr. [unknown]
  • Ficus wenzlii weberi (Merr.) Sata [unknown]

Description

Ficus carpenteriana (also called Carpenter's fig, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen tree native to tropical regions of the world. It has a short stem with large leaves and white flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and wastelands.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus carpenteriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ficus carpenteriana 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 carpenteriana 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 carpenteriana

Ficus carpenteriana is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Ficus carpenteriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus carpenteriana?

Ficus carpenteriana

What type of plant is Ficus carpenteriana?

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

Where is Ficus carpenteriana native to?

Ficus carpenteriana is native to Southeast Asia.

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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