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Moraceae

W/C = Wild Collected
Ficus carica L.

  • Query IPNI
  • Common Name: Common Fig, Fig Tree
  • Family: Moraceae Link

  • Country of Origin: Mediterranean region
  • Habitat: Amongst rocks, in woods and scrub on hot dry soils.

  • Description: This deciduous tree or shrub contains economic value, in that the plant produces edible red figs for the market. You can also find Common Fig used in ornamental purposes or for creating shade areas in the tropics or in the home and conservatories.
  • USDA Zone: 8
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Accession Data:

  • Accession # 198800166
  • Source: Unknown
  • Accession Date: 12-31-1988
  • Bench: 2104 - MED:Mediterranean D
  • Qty: 1 confirmed on 07-30-2009
Classification:

  • Division: Magnoliophyta
  • Class: Magnoliopsida
  • SubClass: eurosid I
  • Order: Rosales
  • SubOrder:
  • Family: Moraceae
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