Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilulifera
ID:
690412

Status:
valid

Authors:
Corner

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Philos. Trans., Ser. B 256(808): 345 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689745

Common Names

  • Pilulifera Fig
  • Pilulifera Rubber Tree
  • Pilulifera Weeping Fig

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Synonyms

  • Ficus servula Corner [unknown]
  • Ficus trichocerasa glabristipula Corner [unknown]

Description

Ficus pilulifera (also called Pill Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is an evergreen tree that grows up to 10 meters tall, with a dense, spreading canopy. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in urban areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus pilulifera 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

The flower of Ficus pilulifera is small and yellow, with a five-lobed calyx and a short corolla. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus pilulifera is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and full sun. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of climates. It is best to water the tree deeply and infrequently. Pruning is not necessary but can be done to shape the tree.

Where to Find Ficus pilulifera

Ficus pilulifera is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia, including India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Ficus pilulifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus pilulifera?

Ficus pilulifera

What is the natural habitat of Ficus pilulifera?

Ficus pilulifera is native to Southeast Asia.

What are the common uses of Ficus pilulifera?

Ficus pilulifera is commonly used as an ornamental plant, for bonsai, and in traditional medicine.

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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