Balete tree (Engl.)
Ficus benjamina
AntisepticA tree Height: 20 meters or more Leaves: Leathery, oblong-ovate, 6 to 9 centimeters long, with prominent and rather slender point, rounded base, entire margins, smooth green and shining. Fruits: Fruit is axillary, solitary, stalkless, dark-purple and fleshy when mature, somewhat spherical, and 1 centimeter in diameter.
Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Wounds; swellings. Preparation: Smash the leaves and fruits. Extract the juice from the smashed leaves.. Part used: Leaves and fruits
Preparation
Smash the leaves and fruits. Extract the juice from the smashed leaves.
Location & Habitat
REGION VII (CENTRAL VISAYAS), SIQUIJOR, SIQUIJOR (Capital), Primary forest
Research
Siquijor State College: Documentation of Philippine Traditional Knowledge and Practices in Health and Development of Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (Folk Healing Practices of Siquijor Island) Phase 1
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Quick Info
- Scientific Name
- Ficus benjamina
- Local Name
- Balete tree (Engl.)
- Family
- Moraceae
- Category
- Antiseptic
- Collected By
- Not provided
- Date Collected
- Jun 28, 2026
Medical Disclaimer:
The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal remedy.