Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
masonii
ID:
689917

Status:
valid

Authors:
Horne ex Baker

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 20: 371 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689250

Common Names

  • Ficus masonii
  • Masonii Ficus
  • Mason's Fig

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Synonyms

  • Ficus begoniifolia Summerh. [unknown]

Description

Ficus masonii (also called Mason's Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It grows in lowland rainforests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus masonii 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

Ficus masonii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus masonii 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 masonii

Ficus masonii is native to India.

Ficus masonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus masonii?

Ficus masonii

What is the natural habitat of Ficus masonii?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average height of Ficus masonii?

Up to 30 meters

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2811274: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
John Horne (1835-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Horne' in the authors string.