Status:
valid
Authors:
Kochummen
Source:
cmp
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 50: 204 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687930
Common Names
- Ficus Corneri
- Corneri Fig
- Ficus Corneri var. Corneri
Synonyms
- Ficus lowii borneensis Corner [unknown]
Description
Ficus corneri (also called Corner 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 corneri 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
The flower of Ficus corneri is a small, yellow-green flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ficus corneri 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 corneri
Ficus corneri is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.
Ficus corneri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ficus corneri?
Ficus corneri
What type of plant is Ficus corneri?
Ficus corneri is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae.
Where is Ficus corneri native to?
Ficus corneri 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,