Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
racemigera
ID:
690642

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bureau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 5, 14: 257 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000689975

Common Names

  • Ficus Racemigera
  • Racemigera Fig
  • Giant Fig

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Synonyms

  • Ficus comptonii S.Moore [unknown]
  • Ficus leptorhachis S.Moore [unknown]
  • Ficus oreadum S.Moore [unknown]
  • Ficus trachyleia heterophylla Bureau [unknown]

Description

Ficus racemigera (also called Racemose Fig, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, and subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus racemigera 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

Where to Find Ficus racemigera

Ficus racemigera is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Ficus racemigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus racemigera?

Ficus racemigera

What is the common name of Ficus racemigera?

Fig Tree

What is the natural habitat of Ficus racemigera?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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