Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
krishnae
ID:
689603

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 132: t. 8092 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688936

Common Names

  • Ficus Krishnae
  • Krishna's Fig
  • Wild Fig

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Description

Ficus krishnae (also called Krishna'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 krishnae 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ficus krishnae has small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus krishnae 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 krishnae

Ficus krishnae can be found in the tropical rainforests of India.

Ficus krishnae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus krishnae?

Ficus krishnae

What is the common name of Ficus krishnae?

Krishna's fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus krishnae?

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,

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