Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
forstenii
ID:
689036

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 3: 214 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688369

Common Names

  • Ficus forstenii
  • Forstenii Fig
  • Forstenii Ficus

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Synonyms

  • Ficus forstenii umbobracteata (Elmer) Corner [unknown]
  • Ficus forstenii villosa Corner [unknown]
  • Ficus iwahigensis Elmer [unknown]
  • Ficus pacifica Elmer [unknown]
  • Ficus palawanensis Merr. [unknown]
  • Ficus umbo-bracteata Elmer [unknown]

Description

Ficus forstenii (also called 'Kapok', among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It is a large evergreen tree with a spreading crown and a buttressed trunk. Its leaves are large, leathery, and dark green in color. It is found in lowland and montane forests, as well as in secondary forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus forstenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used for making mats, baskets and other items. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ficus forstenii is small, yellowish-green in color and has a sweet scent. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus forstenii is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Pruning is recommended to maintain shape and size.

Where to Find Ficus forstenii

Ficus forstenii can be found in the tropical forests of Indonesia.

Ficus forstenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus forstenii?

Ficus forstenii

What is the common name of Ficus forstenii?

Ficus forstenii

What is the natural habitat of Ficus forstenii?

Tropical forests

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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