Ficus solomonensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Doweld
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 73(4)-48: 2. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423617
Common Names
- Ficus solomonensis
- Solomonensis Ficus
- Ficus Solomonensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ficus solomonensis (also called Solomon's Fig, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Solomon Islands. It has a spreading crown and a single trunk that grows up to 10 m tall. The leaves are ovate and have a glossy texture. The flowers are small and yellow, and the fruits are round and red. It grows in moist, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ficus solomonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ficus solomonensis are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ficus solomonensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun, and can be grown in a variety of climates. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.
Where to Find Ficus solomonensis
Ficus solomonensis is found in the tropical forests of the Solomon Islands.
Ficus solomonensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ficus solomonensis?
Ficus solomonensis
What is the common name of Ficus solomonensis?
Solomon Islands Fig
Where is Ficus solomonensis found?
Ficus solomonensis is found in the Solomon Islands
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
Alexander B. Doweld (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Doweld' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77187263-1: Based on the initial data import