About Krishna Fig
Ficus krishnae, commonly known as Krishna's buttercup or Krishna fig, is a species of fig tree belonging to the family Moraceae. It is closely related to Ficus benghalensis and is often considered a variety of it. This tree is known for its distinctive cup-shaped leaves, which, according to Hindu mythology, were used by Lord Krishna to store butter. It is native to India and has been introduced to Sri Lanka.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Ficus krishnae
- Genus
- Ficus
- Family
- MORACEAE
- Conservation status
- Not Evaluated (NE)
Botanical family
Moraceae
Fig/Mulberry family
Krishna Fig belongs to the Moraceae family.
The illustration represents the family — not necessarily this exact species.
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