Status:
valid
Authors:
Seem.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Fl. Vit. : 252 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690594
Common Names
- Ficus Theophrastoides
- Theophrastoides Fig
- Theophrastoides Rubber Plant
Description
Ficus theophrastoides (also called Theophrastoides Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is an evergreen tree that can reach a height of up to 15 m. Its leaves are large, leathery and dark green in colour.
Uses & Benefits
Ficus theophrastoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a windbreak and for soil erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ficus theophrastoides var. angustifolia Corner
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ficus theophrastoides are small and yellow, with male and female flowers on separate plants. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ficus theophrastoides 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 theophrastoides
Ficus theophrastoides is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and Central and South America.
Ficus theophrastoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ficus theophrastoides?
Ficus theophrastoides
What is the common name of Ficus theophrastoides?
Theophrast's Fig
Where is Ficus theophrastoides native to?
Southeast Asia
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,