Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ribes
ID:
690736

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reinw. ex Blume

Source:
cmp

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 463 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690069

Common Names

  • Ficus Ribes
  • Ribes Fig
  • Giant Fig

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Synonyms

  • Covellia paniculata Miq. [unknown]
  • Covellia ribes Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus bartlettii Merr. [unknown]
  • Ficus fasciculata King ex Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Ficus forbesii King [unknown]
  • Ficus scortechinii King [unknown]
  • Ficus staphylosyce Ridl. [unknown]
  • Ficus yatesii Merr. [unknown]

Description

Ficus ribes (also called Curtain Fig, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen, woody-stemmed, climbing shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has glossy, heart-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers. Ficus ribes is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus ribes 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 ribes var. cuneata (Miq.) Corner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Ficus ribes flower is small and yellowish-green. Its seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus ribes can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from a healthy, mature plant and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment until established.

Where to Find Ficus ribes

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

Ficus ribes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus ribes?

Ficus ribes

What is the common name of Ficus ribes?

Ribes Fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus ribes?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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-2812068: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Caspar Georg Carl Reinwardt (1773-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reinw.' in the authors string.