Ficus auriculata
Ficus auriculata, commonly known as the Ear-leaf Fig, is a versatile tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. Renowned for its distinctive large, ear-shaped leaves, this species plays a vital role in forest ecosystems. Beyond its ecological importance, it holds significant value in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
- Scientific name: Ficus auriculata
- Family: Moraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Ficus auriculata, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Magnoliidae within the order Rosales. Furthermore, it is a member of the family Moraceae and falls under the genus Ficus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Rosales | WCVP |
| Family | Moraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Ficus | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution spanning across several key regions in Asia. In China, its presence is noted in the South-Central areas as well as the Southeast provinces. It can also be found in the tropical landscape of Hainan and the high-altitude terrains of Tibet. Moving beyond China, the species extends into the Indian Subcontinent. Specifically, it is documented to grow within the Assam region.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | Hainan | WCVP |
| China | China Southeast | WCVP |
| China | Tibet | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Assam | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
Chemicals
Ficus auriculata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (3R,4R)-4-hydroxy-de-O-methyllasiodiplodin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (3R,4R)-4-hydroxy-de-O-methyllasiodiplodin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Ficus auriculata has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Ficus auriculata has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include intrahepatic cholestasis.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| intrahepatic cholestasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |