Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
colobocarpa
ID:
688526

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Diels ex Corner) C.C.Berg

Source:
cmp

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Blumea 48: 556 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687859

Common Names

  • Ficus Colobocarpa
  • Colobocarpa Fig
  • Ficus Colobocarpa var. Colobocarpa

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Description

Ficus colobocarpa is a species of fig tree in the Moraceae family. It is native to Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a large tree, growing up to 20 m tall. The leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate-lanceolate in shape. The flowers are small and yellow-green in color.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus colobocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. The leaves can be used as fodder for livestock and the fruits are edible. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ficus colobocarpa 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 colobocarpa 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 colobocarpa

Ficus colobocarpa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Ficus colobocarpa FAQ

What type of soil does Ficus colobocarpa prefer?

Ficus colobocarpa prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0 to 6.5.

What is the ideal temperature range for Ficus colobocarpa?

Ficus colobocarpa prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much sunlight does Ficus colobocarpa need?

Ficus colobocarpa 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,

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-2809982: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Edred John Henry Corner (1906-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Corner' in the authors string.
Cornelis Christiaan Berg (1934-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.C.Berg' in the authors string.