Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paraensis
ID:
690308

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 3: 298 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689641

Common Names

  • Paraensis Fig
  • Paraensis Rubber Tree
  • Paraensis Weeping Fig

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Synonyms

  • Urostigma paraense Miq. [unknown]
  • Urostigma williamsii Rusby [unknown]
  • Ficus arukensis Standl. [unknown]
  • Ficus haughtii Standl. [unknown]
  • Ficus hydrophila Pittier [unknown]
  • Ficus myrmecophila Warb. [unknown]
  • Ficus orinocensis Pittier [unknown]
  • Ficus panamensis Standl. [unknown]
  • Ficus peroblonga Dugand [unknown]
  • Ficus putumayonis Dugand [unknown]
  • Ficus thelephora Benoist [unknown]
  • Ficus uberrima Standl. [unknown]
  • Ficus williamsii (Rusby) Rossberg [unknown]
  • Ficus manabiensis C.C.Berg [unknown]

Description

Ficus paraensis (also called Paraensis fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It is a small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. Its leaves are dark green, leathery, and ovate-oblong in shape. It grows in moist, shady areas, and is often found near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus paraensis 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 paraensis 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 paraensis is an evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 30 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or air layering. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and placed in a rooting medium such as perlite or vermiculite. Air layering can be done by removing a section of bark from a branch and wrapping it in moist sphagnum moss. The moss should be kept moist until roots form.

Where to Find Ficus paraensis

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

Ficus paraensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus paraensis?

Ficus paraensis

What is the common name of Ficus paraensis?

Ficus paraensis

What is the natural habitat of Ficus paraensis?

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,