The number of insect species collected on a particular ficus species ranged from 34 to 129 for leafchewing and. Conservation of two ficus species with local community participation in pindaya region, southern shan state, myanmar. Ficus microcarpa laurel fig ficus microcarpa laurel fig appearance. Youll find a form to suit your needs among growth habits ranging from creeping vine to giant tree. Ficus moraceae comprises one of the largest genera of angiosperms with more than 800 species of trees, shrubs, hemiepiphytes, climbers, and creepers in the tropics and subtropics worldwide. Ficus carica is a gyn odioec ious species, havi ng two distin ct forms of trees. This is derived from the 510 ribs that run along the length of the fruit. Collectively known as fig trees or figs, they are native throughout the tropics with a few species extending into the semiwarm temperate zone. Once files have been uploaded to our system, change the order of your pdf documents. Its glossy leaves grow in a variety of colors and patterns. Its specific epithet is derived from ancient greek pleuro, ribbed, and carpus, fruit, or flesh of the fruit, hence ribbed fruit.
The pathogen enters plants through wounds or natural. In late february and early march 2008, about 90% of these two main ficus hedge species. A variety of animals are known to consume and effectively disperse fig fruits 2. Ficus is one of the largest genus among angiosperms. Click below on a thumbnail map or name for species profiles. Pharmacognostic and phytochemical properties of ficus carica. Ficus pleurocarpa was the most largest contributor of fruit biomass in the forest canopy during periods of fruit scarcity, and was ranked as the species that made the second most important contribution to the frugivore community, although the authors of the study were unwilling to call it a keystone species. Ficus species tree list ornamental pdf uk free download as pdf file. To date bacterial blight by xanthomonas has been reported on ficus elastica burgundy, robusta, and cabernet, f. Ficus fig species have a wide range of distribution and uses in nepal. Separate one page or a whole set for easy conversion into independent pdf files. The genus isremarkable for the large variation in the habits of itsspecies1. Final, conservation of two ficus species with local community.
This species of whitefly may eventually be found on other species of ficus. Jan 19, 2012 pdf a checklist of all species of ficus l. Pharmaceutical properties of indian species of ficus. Ficus are getting their moment in the proverbial sun with the current love affair with the fiddle leaf fig. A new species of whiteflies infesting ficus in miamidade county. Once you merge pdfs, you can send them directly to your email or download the file to our computer and view. Pdf merge combine pdf files free tool to merge pdf online.
The fiddle leaf ficus is a tree type plant with the largest leaves of all from this genus. Merge pdf files combine pdfs in the order you want with the easiest pdf merger available. We do not intend the plant list to be complete for names of infraspecific rank. The fig species of greatest commercial importance is ficus.
The common collective name for the ficus genus is fig trees or figs. A few ficus species have atypical growth habits that can help you to identify them. Frodin 2004 ranked them as the twentyfirst largest genus of seed plants. Species the species name, citrifolia, a combination of the latin prefix citri, meaning citronlike, and the latin suffix folia, meaning leaved, describes the trees leaves, which look similar to those of many citrus species. Ficus is a pantropical genus of trees, shrubs and vines, they are native throughout the tropics with a few species extending into the semi warm. The role of functional traits and individual variation in the. Ficus bonsai should be given as much light as possible to encourage strong growth. The wood was light, brittle and of coarsed grain with a density of about 376. A new species of whitefly has been found infesting these plants. Doug caldwell both the cubanlaurel ficus microcarpa or retusa and the weeping fig ficus benjamina have separate, new insect pests that may cause some defoliation. Field survey on the tree population status of the two ficus species were carried out first in the town area, in twelve wards with the participation of local nature conservation committee, regional women welfare association and volunteers. Wolcott 1953 says that most species of ficus are largely or entirely immune to infestations, but when the thrips become abundant, they will feed on certain nonhost plant species. It grows up to 3 metres tall which makes it a brilliant ornamental plant for rooms with tall ceilings. These horticultural ficus varieties are used for interiorscape houseplant decor and for outdoor landscape design.
Corresponding author qualitative analysis of plant materials for presenc in the present investigation, the ethanolic extracts of the leaves and fruits of f. Evaluation of antidiabetic activity of leaves and fruits. It is unusual in that its figs grow on or close to the tree trunk, termed cauliflory. Different types of ficus have been popular for as long as people have been keeping houseplants. With over 750 species, ficus is one of the largest. Dara a psyllid, perhaps new to the western hemisphere and that causes a distinctive, tight, typically complete leaf rolling fig. At the same time, the protection of the trees had been conducted, which include protection of. Ficus, genus of about 900 species of trees, shrubs, and vines in the family moraceae, many of which are commonly known as figs. While edible figs ficus carica are grown agronomically for delicious fruit, many ficus species have been commercial ized for decorative, ornamental purposes. There are about 850 species of ficus in this genus, most types are comprised of trees, however some species of figs exhibit shrub, vine, epiphyte, and hemiepiphyte growth types. To change the order of your pdfs, drag and drop the files as you want. Stipules often connate, lateral to amplexicaul and enclosing. Besides standard trees, ficus moniques comes in other shapes, such as bushy or topiary forms. It is noted for its spreading habit, attractive foliage and edible fruit.
Kairo, ali, cheesman, haysom, and murphy 2003 invasive species. The plants database includes the following 35 species of ficus. Evergreen tree to 15 m 50 ft or more in height, with a rounded dense crown. The plants are native primarily to tropical areas of east asia.
Ficus microcarpa laurel fig ficus microcarpa laurel fig. Ficus benjamina, commonly known as weeping fig, benjamin fig or ficus tree, and often sold in stores as just ficus, is a species of flowering plant in the family moraceae, native to asia and australia. Ficus includes 23 species of hemiepiphytes and lithophytes which produce aerial and creeping root systems. Pdf an introduction to the distribution of ficus researchgate.
Ficus bonsai trees and the desirable characteristics. Meaning, importance and medicinal value family moraceae. Bracteata is found in uplifted coral forests of southern taiwan a larger specimen growing in the south of. The fig whitefly singhiella simplex singh hemiptera. These beautiful trees are considered exotic by many plant collectors.
Widely cultivated in different mediterranean countries for its edible fruits, figs are multiplied through cuttings and a fig. Pdf documents are often used because they help preserve the original content of the document, but this can make splitting the file up a little more difficult than other document formats. Ficus ornamental species list pdf us ficus ornamental species list pdf us ficus ornamental species list pdf us download. Evaluation of antidiabetic activity of leaves and fruits of. Pharmacognostic and phytochemical properties of ficus. Among the genera of seed plants it ranked as the twentyfirst frodin 2004. Introduction the figs ficus species, moraceae are among the largest genera of angiosperms with approximately 750 species of trees, epiphytes and shrubs in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide.
Final, conservation of two ficus species with local. Jan 31, 2020 ficus are getting their moment in the proverbial sun with the current love affair with the fiddle leaf fig. The role of functional traits and individual variation in. Ficus trees under attack ifas palm beach extension. Contribute to daves garden add a new plant to the list. Ficus indica is synonymous to ficus benghalensis l. Species richness of insect herbivore communities on ficus in papua. The ficus species which produce fruit are closely intertwined with history and human cultures. With over 1,500 species, the family is so diverse they can be creeping vines, shrubs or huge forest trees. Ficus, moraceae, phylogeny, classification, its, ets, g3pdh 1.
Ficus trees without their leaves are one of the most obvious symptoms of a. Ficus assemblages are representative of the diversity of lowland tropical rain forests in that they are extremely diverse and often comprise many closely related and functionally similar species gentry 1982, harrison 2005. The ficus leafrolling psyllid a new pest of ficus microcarpa donald r. Cuban laurel thrips are an occasional pest of orchids nixon 1999. Latex can also be obtained from some species, used in. Ficus carica plant finder missouri botanical garden. These are primarily included because names of species rank are synonyms.
Make sure they do not become shaded by other plants. Journal of medicinal plants research, 1022, 298305. Ficus monique is an erect plant with bright, shiny leaves that are crispy and hard at maturity. Some interesting observations were made about the genus which distinguished the wood species under study from one another, such features include crystals and silica inclusions. Ficus septica, an insular fig species ranging from the solo. Media in category ficus salicifolia the following 22 files are in this category, out of 22 total.
Unlike most ficus trees, this species does not drop leaves. A lovely houseplant, but reputedly tough to train for bonsai due to lack of trunk thickening and back budding. Some species in broussonetia, maclura, and morus are important for paper making. The plant list includes a further 822 scientific plant names of infraspecific rank for the genus ficus.
Many are tall forest trees that are buttressed by great spreading roots. Of the 36 ficus species native to nepal, 21 are indigenously used as food, fodder, fuel wood, vegetable, medicine, etc. Ficus bonsai trees are members of the large moraceae family of plants. The creeping fig ficus pumila grows as a vine and will quickly cover any and all surfaces up to four stories. Ficus constituted one of thelargest genera of medicinal plants with about750 species of woody plants, trees, and shrubs primarily occurring in subtropicaland tropical regions through out the world. Ficus species suitable for bonsai the following is a list of commonly used species.
Since the end of august 2007, we at the extension office have been receiving calls from concerned people about ficus plants turning yellow and dropping their leaves. Ficus is a genus of about under the family moraceae, containing approximately 750 species of fig trees, 150 shrubs and vines native throughout the tropics with a few species extending into the warm temperate zone. Toxicity and effects of fig ficus carica leaf aqueous extract on haematology and some biochemical indices of wistar albino rats rattus norvegicus. Pdf document with images of plant damage, whitefly life cycle stages, and natural predators. Ficus microcarpa, moraceae, in southeastern brazil. Pharmaeosycea, hitherto regarded as american, has 46 species in asia and australasia, and it comprises most of the figflora of new caledonia. Reconstructing the phylogeny of figs ficus, moraceae to. The leaves of ficus trees infested with whiteflies begin to turn yellow before the leaves drop, often in large quantities. It comprises of about 800 species distributed in tropical and subtropical regions of the. Multiple values of isolated and clusters of ficus tree species. Ficus ornamental species list pdf us is a group of lactiferous trees, shrubs, and woody rootclimbing vines that are cultivated. Therefore, this complex pollination system minimizes the chance for this species to spread out following deliberate introduction starr et al. Please, select more pdf files by clicking again on select pdf files.
Symptoms bacterial blight can move systemically, causing severe leaf blight. Ficus species, that could potentially help sustain biodiversity while also sustaining. Ficus microcarpa ufifas center for aquatic and invasive. Ficus carica all zones answer score uf ifas assessment. Ficus citrifolia ufifas edis university of florida. The plant list includes 2,746 scientific plant names of species rank for the genus ficus. March 2008, about 90% of these two main ficus hedge species were infested. This species is sensitive to low light and cold temperatures, so a grower must be cautious when growing the lyrata indoors. Popularly known as the cluster fig tree, indian fig tree or goolar gular fig, this is native to australia, malaysia, indochina and the indian subcontinent. Plant files begonia species begonia masoniana iron cross was a big surprise success outdoors as a.
Moraceae was first published in systema naturae by carolus linnaeus in 1735. This genus is an important genetic resource due to its high economic and nutritional values and also an important part of the biodiversity in the rainforest ecosystem. All ficus species can be planted directly into soil. Ficus proves itself a versatile and tough houseplant. Ficus species, free radicals, polyphenols, flavanoids, antioxidant property.
Watson2 introduction this is a huge tree growing to 60 feet tall and 60 to 70 feet wide fig. Ficus species have one of the most complex pollination systems in which each ficus species needs a specific wasp species in order to pollinate its flowers, set fruits, and spread into new habitats. Pdf ficus is a genus of about 850 species of woody trees, shrubs, vines, epiphytes and hemiepiphytes in the family moraceae. Economically, the most important species are those of morus and maclura associated with the production of silk. The dense, rounded canopy and gracefully drooping branches of weeping fig made it quite popular as a landscape tree until recently. Ficus species tree list ornamental pdf uk ficus plants scribd. Ficus carica, commonly called common fig, is a deciduous shrub to 1015 tall or small tree to 1530 tall. Ficus altissima council tree ficus americana jamaican cherry fig ficus aurea florida strangler fig ficus auriculata roxburgh fig. Uses wood from some ficus species can be used for light construction, crates, small household items and firewood. Ficus indigo has dark, thick leaves that grow under extremely low light levels. Leafgall thrips of ficus gynaikothrips ficorum gynaikothrips. And even though this cousin of the edible fig is a tropical plant, it survives in a wide variety of conditions. Sep 16, 20 the monoecious subgenus urostigma is the largest with about 280 species all inclusive, and most of them display distinctive hemiepiphytic habits. Florida is the leading state in the united states in the production of.