Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maxima
ID:
689924

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1768

Citation Micro:
Gard. Dict. ed. 8 : n.º 6 (1768)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689257

Common Names

  • Ficus maxima
  • Maxima Ficus
  • Large Fig

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Synonyms

  • Urostigma protensum Griseb. [unknown]
  • Pharmacosycea radula (Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) Miq. [deprecated]
  • Pharmacosycea hernandezii Liebm. [unknown]
  • Pharmacosycea grandaeva Miq. [unknown]
  • Pharmacosycea glaucescens Liebm. [unknown]
  • Pharmacosycea guyanensis Miq. [unknown]
  • Pharmacosycea pseudoradula Miq. [unknown]
  • Pharmacosycea rigida Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus anthelminthica Rich. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Ficus bopiana Rusby [unknown]
  • Ficus chaconiana Standl. & L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Ficus citrifolia hort. ex Lam. [unknown]
  • Ficus coybana Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus glaucescens Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus grandaeva Mart. ex Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus guadalajarana S.Watson [unknown]
  • Ficus hernandezii Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus murilloi Dugand [unknown]
  • Ficus murilloi cajambrensis Dugand [unknown]
  • Ficus parkeri Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus picardae Warb. [unknown]
  • Ficus plumeri Urb. [unknown]
  • Ficus protensa Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Ficus pseudoradula Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus radula Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd. [unknown]
  • Ficus rubricosta Warb. [unknown]
  • Ficus subscabrida Warb. [unknown]
  • Ficus suffocans Banks ex Griseb. [unknown]
  • Ficus ulei Rossberg [unknown]
  • Ficus vicencionis Dugand [unknown]
  • Ficus populnea citrifolia Warb. [unknown]
  • Pharmacosycea radula (Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) Miq. [unknown]

Description

Ficus maxima (also called Large Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It grows in lowland rainforests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus maxima 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 flowers of Ficus maxima 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus maxima 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 maxima

Ficus maxima can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Central America, South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia.

Ficus maxima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus maxima?

Ficus maxima

What is the natural habitat of Ficus maxima?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average height of Ficus maxima?

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,

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