Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ulmifolia
ID:
691403

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 2: 499 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690736

Common Names

  • Ficus ulmifolia
  • Elm-Leaved Fig
  • Ulmifolia Fig

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Synonyms

  • Covellia ulmifolia Gasp. [unknown]
  • Ficus blepharostoma Warb. [unknown]
  • Ficus difformis Lam. [unknown]
  • Ficus heterophylla Blanco [unknown]
  • Ficus hispida Blanco [unknown]
  • Ficus hispida hastata Blanco [unknown]
  • Ficus hispida linearis Blanco [unknown]
  • Ficus sinuosa Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus sinuosa integrifolia Miq. [unknown]
  • Ficus sparsifolia Merr. [unknown]
  • Ficus ulmifolia integra Sata [unknown]
  • Ficus ulmifolia sinuosa (Miq.) Sata [unknown]
  • Ficus velascoi Merr. ex Sata [unknown]

Description

Ficus ulmifolia (also called Little-leaf fig, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in Algeria, Egypt, France, Greece, Italy, Libya, Morocco, Portugal, Spain, and Tunisia. It is a small tree, growing up to 10 m tall, with a dense crown and smooth bark. It is found in dry and moist forest, from sea level to 1,000 m elevation.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus ulmifolia is used for making furniture, baskets, and mats. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ficus ulmifolia has small, yellowish-green flowers, followed by small, yellow-green fruits containing a single seed. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus ulmifolia 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 ulmifolia

Ficus ulmifolia can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Ficus ulmifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus ulmifolia?

Ficus ulmifolia

What is the natural habitat of Ficus ulmifolia?

Tropical rainforests

What type of soil is best for Ficus ulmifolia?

Well-draining, acidic soil

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,

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