Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tamayoana
ID:
744569

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuev.-Fig. & Carvajal

Source:
cmp

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Albertoa 35: 270 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000743902

Common Names

  • Ficus tamayoana
  • Tamayo's Fig
  • Tropical Fig

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Description

Ficus tamayoana (also called Tamayoana Fig, among many other common names) is a large evergreen tree native to South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is typically found in tropical and subtropical regions, in wet forests and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus tamayoana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ficus tamayoana is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and brown in colour. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus tamayoana is a perennial tree native to South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings. It is a low-maintenance plant that is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Ficus tamayoana

Ficus tamayoana can be found in the Mexican state of Michoacán.

Ficus tamayoana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus tamayoana?

Ficus tamayoana

What are the common names of Ficus tamayoana?

Common names of Ficus tamayoana include tamayo fig and tamayo's fig.

What is the natural habitat of Ficus tamayoana?

Ficus tamayoana is native to Central America, where it is found in tropical rainforests.

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-2896180: Based on the initial data import
Servando Carvajal Hernández (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carvajal' in the authors string.
Xochitl Marisol Cuevas-Figueroa (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuev.-Fig.' in the authors string.