Ficus trichopoda

Swamp Fig

National Tree Number: 54

Family: Moraceae
Afrikaans: Moerasvy, Zulu: Umvubu.
This tree is primarily found in swamps and swamp forests. It displays a banyan growth form, which is unique in SA figs. Its leaves feature white veins, and underneath, are a velvety, blueish green with red veins.

Ficus trichopoda leaves Ficus trichopoda fruit

Sourced from:
- Richard Boon. 2010. Pooley's Trees Of Eastern South Africa (2nd edition)
- Wikipedia
- iNaturalist images: background and fruits, leaves

Trees in Munster