Are Ficus Auriculata and Ficus Thonningii in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Moraceae.

Can you substitute Ficus Auriculata for Ficus Thonningii?

They are close relatives in the genus Ficus, often substitutable with flavor adjustments.

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Ficus Auriculata vs Ficus Thonningii

Ficus auriculata · Ficus thonningii

Ficus Auriculata

Ficus auriculata

T Traditional Use

Family: Moraceae
Genus: Ficus
Primary use: medicinal

Ficus auriculata is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. This fig tree is sometimes referred to by the common names Roxburgh fig and Elephant ear tree and is noted for its big and round leaves and edible fruit. It is native to subtropical and tropical Assam, Bangl…

Ficus Thonningii

Ficus thonningii

T Traditional Use

Family: Moraceae
Genus: Ficus
Primary use: medicinal

Ficus thonningii is a species of Ficus. It is native to Africa. It is commonly known as Mũgumo to the Agikuyu or the Strangler Fig in common English. Recent phylogenetic analysis suggests it may be a species complex.

At a glance

· Same genus (Ficus) — close relatives, often substitutable.
· Both are primarily medicinal.
· Evidence tiers — Ficus Auriculata: T; Ficus Thonningii: T.