Status:
valid
Authors:
King
Source:
cmp
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 55: 402 (1887)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688199
Common Names
- Ficus edelfeltii
- Edelfeltii Fig
- Edelfeltii Ficus
Synonyms
- Ficus edelfeltii glyptoneura Diels [unknown]
- Ficus homodroma Corner [unknown]
- Ficus mesotes Corner [unknown]
Description
Ficus edelfeltii (also called Ficus edelfeltii, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to Southeast Asia. It grows up to 15 meters tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 40 centimeters. The leaves are ovate to oblong-lanceolate, and measure up to 15 centimeters in length. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ficus edelfeltii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ficus edelfeltii 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ficus edelfeltii 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 edelfeltii
Ficus edelfeltii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands.
Ficus edelfeltii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ficus edelfeltii?
Ficus edelfeltii
What is the common name of Ficus edelfeltii?
Edelfelt's Fig
What is the natural habitat of Ficus edelfeltii?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
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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,
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Allaeanthus luzonicus,
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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,