Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
depressa
ID:
688768

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
cmp

Year:
1823

Citation Micro:
Cat. Gew. Buitenzorg (Blume) 35. 1823 [Feb-Sep 1823]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688101

Common Names

  • Ficus depressa
  • Creeping Fig
  • Creeping Ficus

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Description

Ficus depressa (also called Low 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 depressa 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 depressa 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 depressa 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 depressa

Ficus depressa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Ficus depressa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus depressa?

Ficus depressa

What is the common name of Ficus depressa?

Depressed Fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus depressa?

Ficus depressa 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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