Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saccata
ID:
690830

Status:
valid

Authors:
Corner

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 18: 26 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690163

Common Names

  • Ficus saccata
  • Saccata Fig
  • Sac Fig

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Description

Ficus saccata (also called Saccate 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 saccata is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus saccata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a windbreak and for soil erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ficus saccata 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 saccata 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 saccata

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

Ficus saccata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus saccata?

Ficus saccata

What is the common name of Ficus saccata?

Fig Tree

What is the natural habitat of Ficus saccata?

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,

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