Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stolonifera
ID:
691090

Status:
valid

Authors:
King

Source:
cmp

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Ann. Roy. Bot. Gard. (Calcutta) 1: 104 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690423

Common Names

  • Ficus stolonifera
  • Ficus stolonifera 'Variegata'
  • Ficus stolonifera 'Variegata Compacta'

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Description

Ficus stolonifera (also called Creeping Fig, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 10 meters tall, with a trunk up to 30 cm in diameter. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus stolonifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. The leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties. The wood is used to make furniture and other items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ficus stolonifera has small, white flowers, small, black seeds and seedlings with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus stolonifera is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 30 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a moist, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Ficus stolonifera

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

Ficus stolonifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus stolonifera?

Ficus stolonifera

Where is Ficus stolonifera found?

Ficus stolonifera is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

What type of environment does Ficus stolonifera prefer?

Ficus stolonifera prefers warm, humid climates and moist soil.

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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