Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mucuso
ID:
690047

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Ficalho

Source:
cmp

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Pl. Ut. Afr. Portug. : 270 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689380

Common Names

  • Ficus mucuso
  • Mucuso Fig
  • Mucus Fig

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Synonyms

  • Ficus corylifolia Warb. ex De Wild. & T.Durand [unknown]
  • Ficus sidifolia Welw. ex Hiern [unknown]
  • Ficus corylifolia glabrescens Warb. ex De Wild. & T.Durand [unknown]

Description

Ficus mucuso (also called Mucuso Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is a large evergreen tree with a spreading crown, growing up to 30 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and is also cultivated as an ornamental tree.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus mucuso 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 mucuso 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 mucuso 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 mucuso

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

Ficus mucuso FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus mucuso?

Ficus mucuso

What is the common name of Ficus mucuso?

Mucuso Fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus mucuso?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2811398: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
Francisco Manoel Carlos de Mello de Ficalho (1837-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ficalho' in the authors string.