Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cucurbitina
ID:
688649

Status:
valid

Authors:
King

Source:
cmp

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Ann. Roy. Bot. Gard. (Calcutta) 1: 22 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000687982

Common Names

  • Hymenocallis tubiflora
  • Tubiflora Hymenocallis
  • Tubiflora Walnut

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Synonyms

  • Ficus cucurbitina eubracteata Corner [unknown]
  • Ficus elliptifolia Merr. [unknown]

Description

Ficus cucurbitina (also called Wild Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It has a spreading, shrubby habit and can reach up to 6 m in height. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland and montane forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus cucurbitina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ficus cucurbitina are small, greenish-yellow, and are borne in clusters on the leaf axils. The seeds are small, ovoid, and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus cucurbitina is a shrub or small tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Plant the seeds in the spring, 1/4 inch deep and 6-8 inches apart. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ficus cucurbitina

Ficus cucurbitina is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Ficus cucurbitina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus cucurbitina?

Ficus cucurbitina

What is the common name of Ficus cucurbitina?

Gourd-Shaped Fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus cucurbitina?

Ficus cucurbitina is native to tropical Asia and is found in dry, rocky areas.

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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