Ficus habrophylla
G. Benn. ex Seem.
Giant leaf fig
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Description
A tropical fig tree in the Moraceae family, growing 5-7 m tall with large, dark green leaves. It suits hardiness zones 8-11 and can be grown from seed.
Edible Uses
The fruit are used for pies. Both fruit and leaves are edible.
Traditional Uses
The fruit are used for pies.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant. It suits hardiness zones 8-11.
Where It Grows
New Caledonia, Pacific, Vanuatu,
Cultivation
It can be grown from seed.
Synonyms
Ficus bennettii Seem.Ficus edulis Bureauand others
References (1)
- Bourret, D., 1981, Bonnes-Plantes de Nouvelle-Caledonie et des Loyaute. ORSTOM. p 38
