Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
platypoda
ID:
690431

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cunn. ex Miq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 6: 561 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689764

Common Names

  • Platypoda Fig
  • Platypoda Rubber Tree
  • Platypoda Weeping Fig

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Synonyms

  • Urostigma leucotrichum Miq. [unknown]
  • Urostigma platypodum Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus leucotricha Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus leucotricha megacarpa Corner [unknown]
  • Ficus leucotricha sessilis Corner [unknown]

Description

Ficus platypoda (also called Flat-Footed 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 15 meters tall, with a dense, spreading canopy. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in urban areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus platypoda 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 platypoda 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 platypoda 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 platypoda

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

Ficus platypoda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus platypoda?

Ficus platypoda

What is the natural habitat of Ficus platypoda?

Ficus platypoda is native to Southeast Asia.

What are the common uses of Ficus platypoda?

Ficus platypoda 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2811762: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Allan Cunningham (1791-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cunn.' in the authors string.