Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pubigera
ID:
690572

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Wall. ex Brandis

Source:
cmp

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Forest Fl. N.W. India : 424 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689905

Common Names

  • Ficus Pubigera
  • Pubigera Fig
  • Giant Fig

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Description

Ficus pubigera (also called Pubigera 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 pubigera is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a hedge or windbreak. The leaves are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ficus pubigera var. maliformis (King) Corner
Ficus pubigera var. reticulata S.S.Chang

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ficus pubigera 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 pubigera is a tropical tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is a fast-growing tree that can reach heights of up to 30 feet. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by air layering or cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Ficus pubigera

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

Ficus pubigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus pubigera?

Ficus pubigera

What is the common name of Ficus pubigera?

Pubigera fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus pubigera?

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

IPNI record: 60442938-2: Originally associated with wfo-0001219658
The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-50001450: Originally associated with wfo-0001219658
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-50001450: Originally associated with wfo-0001219658
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Dietrich Brandis (1824-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandis' in the authors string.