Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
rigidus
ID:
551257

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
cmp

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 482 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000550589



Common Names

  • Artocarpus rigidus
  • Rigid Breadfruit
  • Rigid Jackfruit


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Synonyms

  • Saccus dimorphophyllus (Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Saccus kertsau (Zoll. ex Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Saccus varians (Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Saccus rigidus (Blume) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Artocarpus cuspidatus Griff. [unknown]
  • Artocarpus dimorphophyllus Miq. [unknown]
  • Artocarpus echinatus Roxb. [unknown]
  • Artocarpus kertau Zoll. [unknown]
  • Artocarpus muricatus W.Hunter [unknown]
  • Artocarpus rotundus (Houtt.) Panz. [unknown]
  • Artocarpus varians Miq. [unknown]

Description

Artocarpus rigidus (also called Sandpaper Fig, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. It is a large evergreen tree that grows up to 15 meters tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 1 meter. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Artocarpus rigidus is used as a food source, for timber, and for medicinal purposes. It is also used to make furniture, musical instruments, and handicrafts.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Artocarpus rigidus sub. asperulus (Gagnep.) F.M.Jarrett

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artocarpus rigidus is a yellowish-green, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artocarpus rigidus is a tropical tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray. For best results, water regularly and fertilize every few months.

Where to Find Artocarpus rigidus

Artocarpus rigidus is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Artocarpus rigidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artocarpus rigidus?

Artocarpus rigidus

What is the common name of Artocarpus rigidus?

Rigid Breadfruit

What is the natural habitat of Artocarpus rigidus?

Tropical forests and woodlands

Species in the Artocarpus genus

Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus, Artocarpus rigidus, Artocarpus rubrovenia, Artocarpus sarawakensis, Artocarpus scortechinii, Artocarpus sepicanus, Artocarpus sericicarpus, Artocarpus styracifolius,

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,