Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trachelosyce
ID:
691313

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dugand

Source:
cmp

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 1(4): 69 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690646

Common Names

  • Ficus Trachelosyce
  • Trachelosyce Fig
  • Trachelosyce Rubber Plant

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Description

Ficus trachelosyce (also called Trachelosyce 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 trachelosyce is used for its timber, which is used to make furniture, and its leaves are used for fodder for livestock. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ficus trachelosyce flowers are small, yellow-green in color and grow in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. Seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus trachelosyce is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 25 meters in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-draining medium. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until roots form.

Where to Find Ficus trachelosyce

Ficus trachelosyce is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and Central and South America.

Ficus trachelosyce FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus trachelosyce?

Ficus trachelosyce

Where is Ficus trachelosyce native to?

Australia

What is the growth habit of Ficus trachelosyce?

It is an evergreen shrub or small tree

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,