Ficus sublimbata Corner

 

 

Ficus sublimbata is a mulberry plant species described by Edred John Henry Corner. Ficus sublimbata is part of the genus figs, and the mulberry family.  No subspecies are listed in the Catalogue of Life.

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Description

Tree up to 10 m tall. internal hairs sparse to abundant, brown. Leaves spirally arranged to subopposite; stipules 1.5-3.5 cm long, brown strigose, subpersistent.

Ficus sublimbata | Flora Malesiana (cybertaxonomy.org)

Description

Ficus sublimbata (also called Mountain Fig, among many other common names) is a species of fig tree native to the Himalayas and Southeast Asia. It is a large shrub or small tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It has a spreading crown and its bark is smooth and grey. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ficus sublimbata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ficus sublimbata has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The fruits are small, round and yellow-green in color. The seedlings are small, with a single, heart-shaped leaf. The leaves are dark green and glossy.

Ficus sublimbata (Ficus sublimbata, Ficus sublimbata 'Variegata', Ficus sublimbata 'Variegata Compacta') - Uses, Benefits & Common Names (selinawamucii.com)

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