Status:
valid
Authors:
H.J.P.Winkl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 49: 363 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688384
Common Names
- Ficus francisci
- Francisci Fig
- Francisci Ficus
Description
Ficus francisci (also called 'Mountain Fig', among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. 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 francisci 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 francisci 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ficus francisci 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 francisci
Ficus francisci can be found in the tropical forests of India.
Ficus francisci FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ficus francisci?
Ficus francisci
What is the common name of Ficus francisci?
Ficus francisci
What is the natural habitat of Ficus francisci?
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,
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,