Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mathewsii
ID:
689919

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 3: 298 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689252

Common Names

  • Ficus mathewsii
  • Mathewsii Ficus
  • Mathews' Fig

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Synonyms

  • Urostigma mathewsii Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus corpulenta Pittier [unknown]
  • Ficus gleasonii Standl. [unknown]
  • Ficus katherinae A.D.Hawkes [unknown]
  • Ficus maroana Pittier [unknown]
  • Ficus metensis Dugand [unknown]
  • Ficus oblanceolata Rusby [unknown]
  • Ficus sprucei Standl. [unknown]
  • Ficus vaupesana Dugand [unknown]

Description

Ficus mathewsii (also called Mathews' 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 mathewsii 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 mathewsii 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 mathewsii 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 mathewsii

Ficus mathewsii is native to India.

Ficus mathewsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus mathewsii?

Ficus mathewsii

What is the natural habitat of Ficus mathewsii?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average height of Ficus mathewsii?

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,

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