Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lifouensis
ID:
689759

Status:
valid

Authors:
Corner

Source:
cmp

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Philos. Trans., Ser. B 259(831): 427 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689092

Common Names

  • Ficus lifouensis
  • Lifou Fig
  • Lifou Banyan

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Description

Ficus lifouensis (also called Lifou Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is a large evergreen tree with a spreading crown, growing up to 30 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is also cultivated as an ornamental tree.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus lifouensis is a species of fig tree native to New Caledonia. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and can also be used as a windbreak or shade tree.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ficus lifouensis is small and yellow, with a five-lobed calyx. The seed is small and round, with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are thin and spindly, with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus lifouensis is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ficus lifouensis

Ficus lifouensis is native to New Caledonia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in dry areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Ficus lifouensis FAQ

What type of plant is Ficus lifouensis?

Ficus lifouensis is a species of fig tree in the family Moraceae.

Where does Ficus lifouensis grow?

Ficus lifouensis is native to New Caledonia.

What are the characteristics of Ficus lifouensis?

Ficus lifouensis is an evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and oblong-elliptic in shape. The fruits are small, yellow-green, and edible.

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,

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