Status:
valid
Authors:
Carrière
Source:
cmp
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
Rev. Hort. (Paris) 59: 329 (1887)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687744
Common Names
- Ficus Cavroni
- Cavroni Fig
- Cavroni Ficus
Description
Ficus cavroni (also called Cavron Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to the Caribbean. It is a large evergreen tree with a wide canopy and large, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in tropical climates and is often found in rainforests and mangroves.
Uses & Benefits
Ficus cavroni 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 cavroni 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 cavroni is a small, reddish-brown, ovoid drupe. The seedlings of Ficus cavroni are small, with a single stem and two opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ficus cavroni 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 cavroni
Ficus cavroni is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Ficus cavroni FAQ
What is the scientific name of Endlicheria bracteolata?
Endlicheria bracteolata
What is the common name of Endlicheria bracteolata?
Bracted endlicheria
Where is Endlicheria bracteolata native to?
Brazil
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,