White Fig

Description

The White Fig, also known as Ficus Infectoria, is a species of fig tree that belongs to the Moraceae family. It is native to the Indian subcontinent and can be found in various parts of the country, including the Himalayan region, the Western Ghats, and the Deccan Plateau.

The White Fig is a medium-sized tree that can grow up to 20 meters in height. It has a dense, spreading crown with a broad, round canopy. The leaves of the White Fig are large, glossy, and leathery, with a dark green color and a smooth texture. The tree produces small, greenish-yellow flowers that are pollinated by wasps.

The fruit of the White Fig is a small, round fig that is green when unripe and turns yellow when ripe. The fruit is edible and has a sweet, juicy flavor. It is commonly used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including diarrhea, dysentery, and respiratory infections.