Ficus ovatifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.S.Chang
Source:
cmp
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 22(1): 68. 1984 [18 Feb 1984]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689579
Common Names
- Ovate-leaf Fig
- Fig Ovate-leaf
- Ovate-leaf Fig Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ficus ovatifolia (also called Ovatifolia 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 ovatifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ficus ovatifolia has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The fruits are small, round, and yellow-green in color. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ficus ovatifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Ficus ovatifolia
Ficus ovatifolia can be found in tropical regions of South America.
Ficus ovatifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ficus ovatifolia?
Ficus ovatifolia
What is the common name of Ficus ovatifolia?
Ovate-Leaf Fig
What is the natural habitat of Ficus ovatifolia?
Tropical rainforest
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-2811586: Based on the initial data import
Siu Shih Chang (b.1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.S.Chang' in the authors string.