Ficus

Ficus is a genus of about 850 species of woody trees, shrubs, vines, epiphytes and hemiepiphytes in the family Moraceae. It is commonly known as fig trees or figs. They are native throughout the tropics with a few species extending into the semi-warm temperate zone.

Description

The Ficus species are characterized by their unique inflorescence and distinctive pollination syndrome, which utilizes wasp species belonging to the family Agaonidae for pollination.

Species

The genus includes a wide variety of species, some of which include:

• Ficus carica - Common Fig
• Ficus elastica - Rubber Fig
• Ficus benjamina - Weeping Fig
• Ficus lyrata - Fiddle Leaf Fig

Uses

Ficus trees have a variety of uses. Some species are used as ornamental plants, while others are used for Bonsai. Ficus carica is cultivated for its edible fruit.

Cultivation and Care

Ficus trees require a specific set of conditions to grow. They prefer indirect light, moderate temperatures, and specific watering routines.

See Also

• Moraceae
• Agaonidae
• Bonsai

External Links

• Ficus on WikiMD

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  Aerial roots of a Ficus tree

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  Ficus carica tree

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  Ficus religiosa tree

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  Fig fruit

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  Halved fig fruit

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  Ficus exasperata