Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pallescens
ID:
690274

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Weiblen) C.C.Berg

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Blumea 49: 470 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689607

Common Names

  • Pallid Fig
  • Fig Pallid
  • Pallid Fig Tree

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Synonyms

  • Ficus binnendijkii coriacea Corner [unknown]
  • Ficus binnendijkii pallescens Weiblen [unknown]

Description

Ficus pallescens (also called Pallescens 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 pallescens is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ficus pallescens are small and yellowish-green. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus pallescens 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 pallescens

Ficus pallescens can be found in tropical regions of South America.

Ficus pallescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus pallescens?

Ficus pallescens

What is the common name of Ficus pallescens?

Pallescens Fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus pallescens?

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-2811615: Based on the initial data import
Cornelis Christiaan Berg (1934-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.C.Berg' in the authors string.
George D. Weiblen (1969-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weiblen' in the authors string.