Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
montana
ID:
690030

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burm.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1768

Citation Micro:
Fl. Indica : 226 (1768)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689363

Common Names

  • Ficus montana
  • Montana Fig
  • Mountain Fig

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Synonyms

  • Ficus ampelas microcarpa Hochr. [unknown]
  • Ficus ampullacea Wight ex Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus biglandulosa Steud. [unknown]
  • Ficus humilis Roxb. [unknown]
  • Ficus inconstans Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus javanensis Dum.Cours. [unknown]
  • Ficus loddigesii Heynh. [unknown]
  • Ficus madurensis Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus madurensis angustifolia Corner [unknown]
  • Ficus montana purpurascens (Blume) Corner [unknown]
  • Ficus polycarpa latifolia Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus purpurascens Blume [unknown]
  • Ficus purpurascens Desf. [unknown]
  • Ficus quercifolia Roxb. [unknown]
  • Ficus quercifolia aspera Koord. & Valeton [unknown]
  • Ficus quercifolia humilis (Roxb.) King [unknown]
  • Ficus quercifolia inconstans (Miq.) Ridl. [unknown]
  • Ficus sclerocoma Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus smaragdina S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Ficus montana (also called Mountain 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 montana is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant, as it is fast-growing and can provide a good windbreak. Its leaves are also used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ficus montana is small and yellow, with a five-lobed calyx and a short corolla. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus montana 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 montana

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

Ficus montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus montana?

Ficus montana

What is the common name of Ficus montana?

Mountain Fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus montana?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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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