Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ruficaulis
ID:
690805

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Publ. Bur. Sci. Gov. Lab. 17: 13 (1904)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690138

Common Names

  • Ficus ruficaulis
  • Ruficaulis Fig
  • Red-Stem Fig

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Synonyms

  • Ficus antaoensis Hayata [unknown]
  • Ficus gerontocarpa Warb. [unknown]
  • Ficus hiiranensis Hayata [unknown]
  • Ficus paloensis Elmer [unknown]
  • Ficus ruficaulis antaoensis (Hayata) Hatus. & J.C.Liao [unknown]
  • Ficus ruficaulis paloensis Elmer [unknown]
  • Ficus ruficaulis paloensis (Elmer) Sata [unknown]
  • Ficus zambalensis Elmer [unknown]

Description

Ficus ruficaulis (also called Red-stemmed 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 ruficaulis is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus ruficaulis 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 ruficaulis is small and yellow-green in color. Its seed is a small, round, black seed. Its seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus ruficaulis 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 ruficaulis

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

Ficus ruficaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus ruficaulis?

Ficus ruficaulis

What is the common name of Ficus ruficaulis?

Red-stemmed Fig

What is the natural habitat of Ficus ruficaulis?

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,

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