Ficus delosyce
(Moraceae)
Names and origins
Characters
Ecology
Uses
Conservation
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Forest type (costal, hill, lowland, peatswamp, mountains, kerangas...)
Forest Layer (emergent, canopy, understory, forest floor, liana...)
Pioneer tree, late sucessional tree
Symbiotic microorganisms (Nitrogen-fixing bacteria, ectomycorrhiza)
Seed dispersal by animals
Pollination by birds, bats, bees, beetles
Symbiosis with animals, ants
Flowering habits and frequency
Seed germination conditions and time
<p><i>Ficus delosyce</i> thrives in coastal forests, mangroves, and rocky cliffs, forming a distinct symbiotic bond with a particular species of wasp essential for its reproductive cycle. These wasps play a vital role in pollinating the tree's flowers and depositing their eggs within the fig fruit. The fruit (syconium) serves as a significant food source for various species, contributing to the overall sustenance of the native wildlife population.</p> <p>Despite being known for their invasive nature and potential to damage buildings and infrastructure, the roots also play a critical role in stabilizing soil and preventing erosion in coastal regions.</p>
Ficus delosyce (Moraceae) Ficus delosyce (Moraceae)