Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sarmentosa
ID:
690867

Status:
valid

Authors:
Buch.-Ham. ex Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Cycl. 14: n.º 45 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690200

Common Names

  • Ficus sarmentosa
  • Sarmentosa Fig
  • Trailing Fig

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Description

Ficus sarmentosa (also called Creeping 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 sarmentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ficus sarmentosa var. duclouxii (H.Lév. & Vaniot) Corner
Ficus sarmentosa var. henryi (King ex D.Oliv.) Corner
Ficus sarmentosa var. impressa (Champ. ex Benth) Corner
Ficus sarmentosa var. lacrymans (H.Lév.) Corner
Ficus sarmentosa var. luducca (Roxb.) Corner
Ficus sarmentosa var. nipponica (Franch. & Sav.) Corner
Ficus sarmentosa var. thunbergii (Maxim.) Corner

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ficus sarmentosa 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 sarmentosa 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 40 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 sarmentosa

Ficus sarmentosa is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Ficus sarmentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus sarmentosa?

Ficus sarmentosa

What is the common name of Ficus sarmentosa?

Ficus sarmentosa

What is the natural habitat of Ficus sarmentosa?

Tropical and subtropical 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2812189: Based on the initial data import
James Edward Smith (1759-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sm.' in the authors string.
Francis Buchanan-Hamilton (1762-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buch.-Ham.' in the authors string.