The occurrence of Ficus spp. on high-rise buildings in Singapore

Buildings in 20 townships were examined for the presence of Ficus spp. Three species were found growing on high-rise buildings, namely F. benjamina, F. religiosa and F. microcarpa. Most were growing around the base of the buildings, but some occurred on the walls and ledges at the first level, and f...

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Published in:International biodeterioration & biodegradation 1992, Vol.29 (1), p.53-59
Main Author: Wee, Y.C.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
buildings
Ficus
Ficus benjamina
ficus microcarpa
Ficus religiosa
plant colonization
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Summary:Buildings in 20 townships were examined for the presence of Ficus spp. Three species were found growing on high-rise buildings, namely F. benjamina, F. religiosa and F. microcarpa. Most were growing around the base of the buildings, but some occurred on the walls and ledges at the first level, and fewer higher still. As was to be expected, older townships had more plants growing on the buildings than younger townships. The problems caused by Ficus spp. are discussed.
ISSN:0964-8305
1879-0208
DOI:10.1016/0964-8305(92)90006-A