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JoshP's avatar

I have never heard of the anti-bacterial properties rubbed on skin. Intriguing. Thanks for sharing.

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Mike Shanahan's avatar

Yes, the many medical applications of fig leaves, roots and latex are fascinating

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Tamsin Haggis's avatar

How interesting!

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Mike Shanahan's avatar

Thanks Tamsin. There will be plenty more like that coming to Planet Ficus soon

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Peter Yates's avatar

In desert Australia the Ficus platypoda is understood to be 'ngankari' which is to possess or imbue spirit powers. It is dangerous to cut or damage in any way.

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Mike Shanahan's avatar

Thanks Peter. I will look into that example.

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David B. Williams's avatar

And, if you want to encounter an amazing fig tree, I recommend Elif Shafak's "Island of Missing Trees," where a fig tree is a central character and important story teller.

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Hope Nothhelfer's avatar

Very insightful!

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