Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cupulata
ID:
688673

Status:
valid

Authors:
Haines

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1914: 154 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688006

Common Names

  • Ficus cupulata
  • Cupulate Fig
  • Cupulate Ficus

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Description

Ficus cupulata (also called Cup-Fruited Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 25 meters and has large, glossy leaves. It prefers tropical and subtropical climates and is found in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus cupulata 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 cupulata 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 cupulata is a small to medium-sized tree, growing to a height of 10–15 m. It is an evergreen tree with a dense, spreading crown. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ficus cupulata

Ficus cupulata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, and Asia.

Ficus cupulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus cupulata?

Ficus cupulata

What is the common name of Ficus cupulata?

Cupulate fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus cupulata?

Tropical and subtropical forests of India and Sri Lanka

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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