Ficus cauta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Corner
Source:
cmp
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 17: 461 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687740
Common Names
- Ficus Cauta
- Cauta Fig
- Cauta Ficus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ficus cauta (also called Common Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to the Mediterranean region. It is a small evergreen tree with a dense canopy and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in dry, sunny areas and is often found in scrubland and rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Ficus cauta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, cough, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ficus cauta is a small, yellowish-green, unisexual flower, with the male flowers having a single stamen and the female flowers having a single pistil. The seed of Ficus cauta is a small, reddish-brown, ovoid drupe. The seedlings of Ficus cauta are small, with a single stem and two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ficus cauta is a tropical tree that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining soil.
Where to Find Ficus cauta
Ficus cauta is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Ficus cauta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ficus cauta?
Ficus cauta
What is the common name of Ficus cauta?
Cauta Fig
Where is Ficus cauta found?
Ficus cauta is found in tropical regions of South and 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2809874: Based on the initial data import
Edred John Henry Corner (1906-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Corner' in the authors string.