Masi, Masimasi
Ficus storckii var. kajewski

Family: Moraceae

What it is like

A fig. It is occasionally a shrub but usually a tree. It grow 3-18 m high. It has milky latex. The figs are usually close to the leaves but can be on the trunk or main branches. Figs occur throughout the year.

There are about 800-1000 Ficus species. They are mostly in the tropics. There are 120 Ficus species in tropical America.

Where it is found

A tropical plant. In Fiji it grows from sea level to 1,130 m altitude. It can be in scrub near the beach or in forests or on ridges.

Countries/locations it is found in

Fiji, Pacific, Vanuatu

How it is used for food

The young leaves can also be cooked as a vegetable.

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Losilosi, Nunu

Synonyms

Ficus kayewskii Summerhayes;