Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
watkinsiana
ID:
691550

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.M.Bailey

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Bot. Bull. Dept. Agric. Queensland 2: 18 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690883

Common Names

  • Ficus Watkinsiana
  • Watkinsiana Fig
  • Watkins' Fig

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Synonyms

  • Ficus bellengeri C.Moore [unknown]
  • Ficus simmondsii F.M.Bailey [unknown]

Description

Ficus watkinsiana (also called Watkins Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Southeast Asia, and northern Australia. It can reach up to 20 m in height, and its leaves are broadly ovate, with three distinct lobes. Its fruits are yellowish-green, and its flowers are small and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus watkinsiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used to provide food and shelter for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ficus watkinsiana has small, white flowers with yellow anthers, and red fruit. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ficus watkinsiana is a tropical tree that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and placed in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Ficus watkinsiana

Ficus watkinsiana is native to India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia.

Ficus watkinsiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ficus watkinsiana?

Ficus watkinsiana

What is the common name of Ficus watkinsiana?

Watkins' fig

Where does Ficus watkinsiana grow?

Ficus watkinsiana is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia

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,

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