Moraceae

Ficus ottoniifolia subsp. ulugurensis

Native species library

Not currently in the nursery

We can propagate most native species on request — get in touch to discuss timeline and quantity.

About

This indigenous tree is native to various regions of Africa, including Kenya, Tanzania, and Malawi. It thrives in diverse habitats such as rainforests, gallery forests, dry forests transitioning to savanna woodland, and coastal bushland. It is found at altitudes up to 1500 metres.

Where it works in Kilifi

Given its natural occurrence in coastal bushland, this tree is well-suited for planting in Kilifi-coast gardens and restoration projects. It can serve as a specimen tree in areas with adequate space.

Sources

Researched with web grounding from: figweb.org, kew.org, wikimedia.org. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.