Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palmata
ID:
690278

Status:
valid

Authors:
Forssk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1775

Citation Micro:
Fl. Aegypt.-Arab. : 179 (1775)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689611

Common Names

  • Palm Fig
  • Fig Palm
  • Palm Fig Tree

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Synonyms

  • Ficus forskalaei Vahl [unknown]
  • Ficus malabarica Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus morifolia Forssk. [unknown]
  • Ficus petitiana A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Ficus pseudosycomorus Decne. [unknown]

Description

Ficus palmata (also called Palmata 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 palmata 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ficus palmata sub. virgata (Roxb.) Browicz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ficus palmata 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 palmata 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 palmata

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

Ficus palmata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus palmata?

Ficus palmata

What is the common name of Ficus palmata?

Palm Fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus palmata?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

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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