Celestial fairy fruit
Ficus erecta
Family: Moraceae
What it is like
A fig. It is a shrub or small tree. It loses its leaves during the year. It grows 4 m high. The leaves are oval and 10-20 cm long by 4-10 cm wide. The figs occur singly. They are in the axils of leaves. They are 1-2 cm across. They are violet-black.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Asia, China, East Africa, Japan, Korea, Mozambique, SE Asia, Taiwan, Vietnam
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit