Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
granatum
ID:
689211

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Forst.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1786

Citation Micro:
Pl. Esc. : 37 (1786)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688544

Common Names

  • Ficus granatum
  • Granate Fig
  • Granate Rubber Tree

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Synonyms

  • Ficus cooperi auct. [deprecated]
  • Ficus granatum minor Corner [unknown]
  • Ficus moorei Seem. [unknown]

Description

Ficus granatum (also called the Granatum 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 granatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a hedge or a windbreak. The fruit of the plant is edible and can be used in jams, jellies, and juices. The leaves of the plant are used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ficus granatum has small, white 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 granatum 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 granatum

Ficus granatum can be found in India.

Ficus granatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus granatum?

Ficus granatum

What is the natural habitat of Ficus granatum?

Ficus granatum is native to tropical regions of South America.

What is the growth rate of Ficus granatum?

Ficus granatum 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-2810611: Based on the initial data import
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.