Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudocaulocarpa
ID:
1329991

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chantaras.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
PLoS ONE 10(6): e0128289 (16) (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342445

Common Names

  • Ficus Pseudocaulocarpa
  • Pseudocaulocarpa Fig
  • Pseudocaulocarpa Ficus

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Description

Ficus pseudocaulocarpa (also called False-Stem Fig, False-Stem Ficus, and False-Stem Fig Plant, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 0.3-0.6 m. It has small, leathery leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to India and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus pseudocaulocarpa is a tropical tree that is often used as an ornamental in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used medicinally to treat skin infections and reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ficus pseudocaulocarpa is small and white with five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown colour. The seedlings are thin and green with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus pseudocaulocarpa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or air layering. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. It is important to keep the soil evenly moist and to fertilize regularly to ensure good growth.

Where to Find Ficus pseudocaulocarpa

Ficus pseudocaulocarpa is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It can be found in moist, sandy soils in open areas such as woodlands, fields, and roadsides.

Ficus pseudocaulocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus pseudocaulocarpa?

Ficus pseudocaulocarpa

What is the common name of Ficus pseudocaulocarpa?

Finger fig

What is the native range of Ficus pseudocaulocarpa?

India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia

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

Bhanumas Chantarasuwan (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chantaras.' in the authors string.