Ficus arbuscula

Family: Moraceae

What it is like

A fig. It is a shrub or small tree. It can be 1- 3 m tall. It has spreading branches and the tree can be leaning. The leaves are dark green above and pale underneath. The figs are in the axils of the leaves. They are round and green. They are 2-3 cm across.

Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It occurs along the north coast of Papua New Guinea and in New Britain. It is at low elevations.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Indonesia, Papua, Papua New Guinea, SE Asia

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Kait, Uming

Synonyms

Ficus charadrophila Summerh.;