Description
Ficus uniauriculata (also called One-eared fig, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. It is a large tree, growing up to 30 m tall, with a broad crown and buttressed trunk. It is found in wet forest, from sea level to 1,000 m elevation.
Uses & Benefits
Ficus uniauriculata 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 uniauriculata has small, yellowish-green flowers, followed by small, yellow-green fruits containing a single seed. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ficus uniauriculata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. Ficus uniauriculata prefers warm temperatures and high humidity.
Where to Find Ficus uniauriculata
Ficus treubii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and Central and South America.