Rough-leaved fig
Ficus nota
Family: Moraceae
What it is like
A fig. It is a spreading tree 4 to 8 m high. The leaves are oblong and 15 to 35 cm long by 10 to 12 cm wide. The base of the leaves has rounded lobes which are ear shaped. The figs occur in swollen structures on the trunk and larger branches. They are usually in groups. The fruit is smooth skinned and 2 to 3.5 cm across. They are soft and fleshy when mature.
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. Occurs in dry woods in grassland areas throughout the islands of the Philippines. Brisbane Botanical Gardens.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia, Hawaii, Indonesia, Malaysia (country/location of origin), Pacific, Philippines (country/location of origin), SE Asia, USA
How it is used for food
The fruit are eaten when ripe. The young leaves are cooked as a vegetable. The freshly cut stems yield drinking water.
Edible parts
Fruit, leaves
How it is grown
It can be grown by seeds. It can be grown by cuttings.
It flowers throughout the year.
Its other names
Local names
Labai, Kik-kik, Tibig