Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
johannis
ID:
689541

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 7: 96 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688874

Common Names

  • Ficus Johannis
  • Johannis Fig
  • Wild Fig

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Synonyms

  • Ficus carica johannis (Boiss.) Hausskn. [unknown]
  • Ficus carica longipes Bornm. ex Parsa [unknown]
  • Ficus geraniifolia Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus malvastrifolia Warb. [unknown]
  • Ficus persica Boiss. [unknown]
  • Ficus vitifolia Warb. [unknown]
  • Ficus johannis laciniata Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Ficus johannis (also called Johann's Fig, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. It has a spreading crown and a thin, grey trunk. It is found in moist, sheltered valleys and along streams in the lowland subtropical forests. It is also found in the lowland subtropical forests of Bangladesh.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus johannis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ficus johannis sub. afghanistanica (Warb.) Browicz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ficus johannis are small, creamy-white to yellowish-white in color, and are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, round, and dark brown. The seedlings are small and slender, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus johannis can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Ficus johannis

Ficus johannis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Ficus johannis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus johannis?

Ficus johannis

What is the common name of Ficus johannis?

Johann's fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus johannis?

Tropical rainforests

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