Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tubulosa
ID:
1327620

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pelissari & Romaniuc

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 170: 208 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340074

Common Names

  • Ficus Tubulosa
  • Tubular Fig
  • Tubular Banyan

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Description

Ficus tubulosa (also called Tube fig, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 meters in height. It is native to Australia, and is found in sandy soils in heathland, woodland and forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus tubulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its essential oils, which are used in aromatherapy and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ficus tubulosa are yellow, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus tubulosa is an evergreen tree that can grow up to 10m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Ficus tubulosa

Ficus tubulosa can be found in India.

Ficus tubulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus tubulosa?

Ficus tubulosa

What is the common name of Ficus tubulosa?

Tubular Fig

What type of plant is Ficus tubulosa?

It is a species of fig tree in the family Moraceae.

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

Sergio Romaniuc Neto (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Romaniuc' in the authors string.
Gisela Pelissari: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pelissari' in the authors string.