Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prostrata
ID:
690535

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Buch.-Ham. ex Miq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 3: 297 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689868

Common Names

  • Ficus Prostrata
  • Creeping Fig
  • Fig Ivy

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Synonyms

  • Covellia prostrata Miq. [unknown]

Description

Ficus prostrata (also called Prostrate 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 prostrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a shade tree in tropical and subtropical regions. The wood of this tree is used for making furniture and other items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ficus prostrata is a small, yellowish-green, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus prostrata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm and humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Ficus prostrata

Ficus prostrata is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Ficus prostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus prostrata?

Ficus prostrata

What is the common name of Ficus prostrata?

Prostrata fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus prostrata?

Tropical 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-2811880: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Francis Buchanan-Hamilton (1762-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buch.-Ham.' in the authors string.