Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcarpa
ID:
689965

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 442 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689298

Common Names

  • Ficus Microcarpa
  • Microcarpa Fig
  • Microcarpa Indian Fig

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Synonyms

  • Urostigma pisiferum Miq. [unknown]
  • Urostigma littorale Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus amblyphylla Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus cairnsii Warb. [unknown]
  • Ficus condaravia Buch.-Ham. [unknown]
  • Ficus dahlii K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Ficus dictyophleba F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Ficus dilatata Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus dyctiophleba F.Muell. ex Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus littoralis Blume [unknown]
  • Ficus microcarpa crassifolia (Shieh) J.C.Liao [unknown]
  • Ficus microcarpa fuyuensis J.C.Liao [unknown]
  • Ficus microcarpa latifolia (Miq.) Corner [unknown]
  • Ficus microcarpa naumannii (Engl.) Corner [unknown]
  • Ficus microcarpa nitida (King) F.C.Ho [unknown]
  • Ficus microcarpa oluangpiensis J.C.Liao [unknown]
  • Ficus microcarpa pubescens Corner [unknown]
  • Ficus microcarpa pusillifolia J.C.Liao [unknown]
  • Ficus naumannii Engl. [unknown]
  • Ficus regnans Diels [unknown]
  • Ficus retusa crassifolia W.C.Shieh [unknown]
  • Ficus retusa nitida (Thunb.) King [unknown]
  • Ficus retusa parvifolia Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus retusa pisifera (Miq.) Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus retusa pubescens Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus retusiformis H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Ficus rubra Roth. [unknown]
  • Ficus thynneana F.M.Bailey [unknown]
  • Ficus thynneana minor Domin [unknown]
  • Urostigma accedens latifolia Miq. [unknown]
  • Urostigma microcarpum Miq. [unknown]
  • Urostigma amblyphyllum Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus dictyophleba Miq. [unknown]

Description

Ficus microcarpa (also called Small-fruited Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to India and Sri Lanka. 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 microcarpa 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ficus microcarpa var. hillii (Bailey) Corner
Ficus microcarpa var. saffordii (Merr.) Corner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ficus microcarpa is a small, yellowish-green, unisexual flower. The seed is a small, round, reddish-brown drupe. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus microcarpa 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 microcarpa

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

Ficus microcarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus microcarpa?

Ficus microcarpa

What is the common name of Ficus microcarpa?

Chinese Banyan

What is the natural habitat of Ficus microcarpa?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia

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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