Ficus lacor

Scientific Name: Ficus lacor

Common Name: Elephant fig

Local Name: काब्रो

Classification

Kingdom: Plantae

Order: Rosales

Family: Moraceae

Genus:  Ficus

Species: lacor

 

Distribution

Ficus lacor is widespread both around the world. tropical and subtropical regions will be distributed Australia, Southeast Asia, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Indochina and Nepal around the world. It grows on different floors; however, good growth can only be obtained with: Moderately deep soil, well-watered. That Some cold hardiness, but extreme seedlings Vulnerable to browsing and fire damage. In Nepal, up to about 1600m above sea level, mainly seen in the central part Kathmandu, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, Kabrepranchok, Sindhupalchok, Raswa, Nuwakot, Dhading, Bara, Parsa, Rautahat, Makawanpur, Chitwan, Ramechap, Gorka, Dolpa, etc.

 

Description

Genus Ficus, a genus of about 900 species of trees, shrubs and vines in the family Moraceae, many of which are commonly known as figs. They are mainly native to the tropical regions of East Asia and are distributed in tropical regions around the world. Many are tall forest trees supported by spreading roots. Others are planted for ornamental purposes. Most Ficus species are evergreen. There are deciduous members in non-tropical regions. The leaves are usually simple and waxy, and most exude white or yellow latex when broken. Many species have aerial roots and some are epiphytic. The unusual fruit structure known as ciconium is hollow, enclosing an inflorescence with small male and female flowers inside.

Uses

Ficus lacor is an Ayurvedic remedy used to treat bleeding disorders, cold sores, wounds,stomatitis, diarrhea and fluoride.