Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
delosyce
ID:
688730

Status:
valid

Authors:
Corner

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 17: 391 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688063

Common Names

  • Ficus delosyce
  • Delosyce Fig
  • Delosyce's Fig

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Description

Ficus delosyce (also called Delosyce Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It has an upright, spreading habit and can reach up to 10 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 delosyce is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge, and as a windbreak. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, stomach ailments, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ficus delosyce has small, yellowish-green flowers that are found in clusters. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus delosyce is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 15 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, but can also be done by seed. The cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Ficus delosyce

Ficus delosyce is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Ficus delosyce FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus delosyce?

Ficus delosyce

What is the common name of Ficus delosyce?

Delosyce fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus delosyce?

Tropical and subtropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and China

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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