Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gomelleira
ID:
689193

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hort.Monac. ex Kunth & C.D.Bouché

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (B, Berolinensis) 1846: 18 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688526

Common Names

  • Ficus gomelleira
  • Gomelleira Fig
  • Gomelleira Rubber Tree

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Synonyms

  • Urostigma gomelleira Miq. [unknown]
  • Urostigma doliarium Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus acarouaniensis Benoist [unknown]
  • Ficus doliaria Mart. [unknown]
  • Ficus fulvistipula Warb. ex Glaz. [unknown]
  • Ficus schultesii Dugand [unknown]

Description

Ficus gomelleira (also called the Gomelleira Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to Southeast Asia and the Indian Subcontinent. It is an evergreen tree with a dense, spreading crown and a short trunk. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus gomelleira is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ficus gomelleira has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus gomelleira can be propagated by seed, cuttings, and air layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every two to three months.

Where to Find Ficus gomelleira

Ficus gomelleira can be found in India.

Ficus gomelleira FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus gomelleira?

Ficus gomelleira

What is the natural habitat of Ficus gomelleira?

Ficus gomelleira is native to Central and South America.

What is the growth rate of Ficus gomelleira?

Ficus gomelleira is a slow-growing plant.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2810596: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Carl David Bouché (1809-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.Bouché' in the authors string.