Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erythrosperma
ID:
688934

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 3: 226 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688267

Common Names

  • Ficus erythrosperma
  • Red-Fruited Fig
  • Red-Fruited Ficus

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Synonyms

  • Ficus lachnocarpa Warb. [unknown]
  • Ficus pycnoneura K.Schum. & Lauterb. [unknown]
  • Ficus xanthoxyla Summerh. [unknown]

Description

Ficus erythrosperma (also called Ficus erythrosperma, 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 erythrosperma is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ficus erythrosperma has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two or three leaves that are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus erythrosperma can be propagated through stem cuttings or air layering. It should be grown in well-drained soil in partial shade with regular watering. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Ficus erythrosperma

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

Ficus erythrosperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus erythrosperma?

Ficus erythrosperma

What is the common name of Ficus erythrosperma?

Red-Seed Fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus erythrosperma?

Ficus erythrosperma is native to 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,

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