Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longifolia
ID:
689781

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schott

Source:
cmp

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 4(Add.): 409 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689114

Common Names

  • Ficus Longifolia
  • Longifolia Fig
  • Longifolia Indian Fig

Searching for Ficus longifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Urostigma longifolium Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus noronhae Oliv. [unknown]

Description

Ficus longifolia (also called Indian Laurel, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen tree with glossy, leathery leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in urban areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus longibracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ficus longifolia are small and yellowish-green. 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.

Searching for Ficus longifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus longifolia is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. The tree prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Ficus longifolia

Ficus longifolia 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 longifolia FAQ

What type of plant is Ficus longifolia?

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

Where does Ficus longifolia grow?

Ficus longifolia is native to India and Sri Lanka.

What are the characteristics of Ficus longifolia?

Ficus longifolia 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,

References