Status:
valid
Authors:
Mildbr. & Burret
Source:
cmp
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 46: 244 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687797
Common Names
- Ficus Chlamydocarpa
- Chlamydocarpa Fig
- Fiddle-Leaf Fig
Synonyms
- Ficus chlamydocarpa latifolia (Hutch.) C.C.Berg [unknown]
- Ficus clarencensis Mildbr. & Hutch. [unknown]
- Ficus eriobotryoides latifolia Hutch. [unknown]
Description
Ficus chlamydocarpa (also called Chlamy Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to Southeast Asia. It is a large evergreen tree with a wide canopy and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in tropical climates and is often found in rainforests and mangroves.
Uses & Benefits
Ficus chlamydocarpa 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ficus chlamydocarpa sub. fernandesiana (Hutch.) C.C.Berg
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ficus chlamydocarpa 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 chlamydocarpa is a small, reddish-brown, ovoid drupe. The seedlings of Ficus chlamydocarpa are small, with a single stem and two opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ficus chlamydocarpa is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 10 meters in height. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is an evergreen tree with a dense canopy and glossy green leaves. The bark is grey and smooth. The leaves are ovate and have a pointed tip. The flowers are small and yellow and the fruits are small, round, and yellow. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Ficus chlamydocarpa
Ficus chlamydocarpa can be found in India, growing in lowland rainforest.
Ficus chlamydocarpa FAQ
What type of soil does Ficus chlamydocarpa prefer?
Ficus chlamydocarpa prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0 to 6.5.
What is the ideal temperature range for Ficus chlamydocarpa?
Ficus chlamydocarpa prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much sunlight does Ficus chlamydocarpa need?
Ficus chlamydocarpa needs bright, indirect light to thrive.
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,
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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,