Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microsphaera
ID:
689986

Status:
valid

Authors:
Warb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Fl. Philipp. 3: 199 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689319

Common Names

  • Ficus Microsphaera
  • Microsphaera Fig
  • Microsphaera Indian Fig

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Description

Ficus microsphaera (also called Microsphaera 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 microsphaera 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 flower of Ficus microsphaera 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 microsphaera is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 8 m tall. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting.

Where to Find Ficus microsphaera

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

Ficus microsphaera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus microsphaera?

Ficus microsphaera

What is the common name of Ficus microsphaera?

Small-leaved Fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus microsphaera?

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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