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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

Synonyms