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Fig (Ficus carica)

Fig (/fɪɡ/), scientifically known as Ficus carica, is a species of flowering plant in the mulberry family, known as the Moraceae. It is native to the Middle East and western Asia, where it has been cultivated since ancient times.

Etymology

The term "fig" comes from the Old English fic, which is derived from the Latin word ficus. The scientific name Ficus carica refers to the edible fruit of the fig tree, with carica meaning "fig" in Latin.

Description

The fig tree is a deciduous tree that typically grows to a height of 7–10 meters. It has large, deeply lobed leaves and produces a unique fruit, also called a fig. The fig fruit is a syconium, a type of multiple fruit that is derived from an entire inflorescence and contains many small flowers or seeds.

Medical Uses

Figs have been used in traditional medicine for their various health benefits. They are rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals, which can aid in digestion, heart health, and bone strength. The latex from the fig tree has also been used to treat skin conditions and warts.

Related Terms

  • Ficus: The genus of plants that includes the fig tree.
  • Syconium: The type of fruit produced by figs and other members of the Ficus genus.
  • Moraceae: The mulberry family, which includes the fig tree.

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