Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subincisa
ID:
691128

Status:
valid

Authors:
Buch.-Ham. ex Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Cycl. 14: n.º 91 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690461

Common Names

  • Ficus subincisa
  • Ficus subincisa 'Variegata'
  • Ficus subincisa 'Variegata Compacta'

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Synonyms

  • Ficus caudata Wall. & Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus caudata Griff. [unknown]
  • Ficus chincha Roxb. [unknown]
  • Ficus clavata Wall. & Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus subincisa trachycarpa (Miq.) Corner ex Chater [unknown]
  • Ficus trachycarpa Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus trachycarpa paucidentata Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus subincisa paucidentata (Miq.) Corner [unknown]

Description

Ficus subincisa (also called Subincised Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to tropical regions of the Americas. It typically grows up to 10-15 meters tall and has a broad, spreading canopy. It is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, as well as in dry, deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus subincisa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ficus subincisa has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The fruits are small, round and yellow-green in color. The seedlings are small, with a single, heart-shaped leaf. The leaves are dark green and glossy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus subincisa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring and summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Ficus subincisa

Ficus subincisa is native to Southeast Asia, and can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of this region.

Ficus subincisa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus subincisa?

Ficus subincisa

What type of plant is Ficus subincisa?

It is a species of fig tree.

Where is Ficus subincisa native to?

It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and China.

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-2812434: 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.