Ficus patellata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Corner
Source:
cmp
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 17: 400 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689660
Common Names
- Patellata Fig
- Patellata Rubber Tree
- Patellata Weeping Fig
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- Ficus benjaminoides Corner [unknown]
Description
Ficus patellata (also called Patella fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It is a large shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. Its leaves are dark green, leathery, and ovate-oblong in shape. It grows in wet, swampy areas, and is often found near rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Ficus patellata 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 patellata 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ficus patellata 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 patellata
Ficus patellata can be found in tropical regions of South America.
Ficus patellata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ficus patellata?
Ficus patellata
What is the common name of Ficus patellata?
Ficus patellata
What is the natural habitat of Ficus patellata?
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-2811667: Based on the initial data import
Edred John Henry Corner (1906-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Corner' in the authors string.