Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cereicarpa
ID:
688425

Status:
valid

Authors:
Corner

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 18: 57 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687758

Common Names

  • Ficus Cereicarpa
  • Cereicarpa Fig
  • Cereicarpa Ficus

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Synonyms

  • Ficus cereicarpa ashtonii Kochummen [unknown]

Description

Ficus cereicarpa (also called Cherry Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. It is a large evergreen tree with a wide canopy and small, cherry-like fruits. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates and is often found in rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus cereicarpa 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 cereicarpa 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 cereicarpa is a small, reddish-brown, ovoid drupe. The seedlings of Ficus cereicarpa are small, with a single stem and two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus cereicarpa 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 cereicarpa

Ficus cereicarpa can be found in India, growing in lowland rainforest.

Ficus cereicarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus cereicarpa?

Ficus cereicarpa

What type of plant is Ficus cereicarpa?

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

Where is Ficus cereicarpa native to?

Ficus cereicarpa 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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