Wild fig - Ficus sycomorus

Description and Uses

Ficus sycomorus (Wild fig) is a tropical tree from Southern Africa. It is mainly grown for its conservation crops (n/a shelflife), but also

can be produced.

. Medical uses include;

The contains ( - ). After 60 years the tree can be totally removed as it reached its commercial and ecological goal. Ficus sycomorus has a lifespan of 150 years.

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Environmental limitations

The tree is 26 meters tall. It is medium growing and tolerates not less light than full sun. Ficus sycomorus has a shallow root-system and forms symbiotic relations

(endo-mycorrhiza). The tree`s flower-morphology is uni-sexual and is pollinated by wasps.

Ficus sycomorus thrives in an altitude of 0 to 2000 meters above sea-level (tropical). The minimum temperature is 0°C and optimally between 20 - 35°C. The optimal rainfall is 1450 mm/year. Without irrigation the annual rainfall should be between 500 - 1900 mm (L/m²). The optimal soil-pH is between 6.0 - 7.0 in a soil texture of clay. To salt it is intolerant to wind and to fire .

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Pests and Diseases

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diseases.

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Seed Propagation

Seeds are intermediate and can be stored for 4 months. There are approximative 1500000 seeds/kg. Unfortunately propagation instruction is missing.

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