Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
limosa
ID:
689765

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.C.Berg

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Blumea 49: 172 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689098

Common Names

  • Ficus limosa
  • Limosa Fig
  • Limosa Banyan

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Description

Ficus limosa (also called Water-elm, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to tropical regions of the Americas. It is an evergreen tree growing to 10–20 m tall, with a dense, spreading crown. It grows in moist areas, such as near streams, swamps, and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus limosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak, and as a shade tree. The leaves are used as fodder for livestock, and the latex is used to make rubber. The wood is used for fuel and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ficus limosa are small and inconspicuous, with yellowish-green petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus limosa is a small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ficus limosa

Ficus limosa is native to India, Southeast Asia, and Australia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in dry areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Ficus limosa FAQ

What type of plant is Ficus limosa?

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

Where does Ficus limosa grow?

Ficus limosa is native to India and Sri Lanka.

What are the characteristics of Ficus limosa?

Ficus limosa 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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