Ficus infectoria
Family: Moraceae
What it is like
A fig. It is a large spreading tree. It can start growing attached to other plants. It can send down aerial roots. The leaves are 10-12 cm long. The fruit or figs are usually in pairs.
This is probably now Ficus lacor Buch.-Ham.;
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Himalayas, India, Indochina, Malaysia, Northeastern India, SE Asia, Sikkim, Thailand
How it is used for food
The young leaves are used as a vegetable.
Edible parts
Fruit, leaves, flowers
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Kabra, Liap, Pakar, Pakare, Poroh