Ficus napoensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.S.Chang
Source:
cmp
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Guihaia 3: 305 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689416
Common Names
- Ficus napoensis
- Napoensis Fig
- Napo Fig
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ficus napoensis (also called Napo Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is an evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 meters in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ficus napoensis 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
Ficus napoensis has small, yellowish-green flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and rounded. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ficus napoensis 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 napoensis
Ficus napoensis is native to Ecuador.
Ficus napoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ficus napoensis?
Ficus napoensis
What is the common name of Ficus napoensis?
Napo Fig
What is the natural habitat of Ficus napoensis?
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-2811431: Based on the initial data import
Siu Shih Chang (b.1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.S.Chang' in the authors string.