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caprifig
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caprifig (kăp`rəfĭg'): see fig fig, name for members of the genus Ficus of the family Moraceae ( mulberry family). This large genus contains some 800 species of widely varied tropical vines (some of which are epiphytic); shrubs; and trees, including the banyan, the peepul, or bo tree, and
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Decor/physical changes: Other than periodic cosmetic improvements, the bar was enlarged three years ago and the boulevard patio enclosed with ficus trees.
The ventilation system of the building pulls air across the atrium, grazing the ficus fig fiddle leaf and palm plants, then redistributes it to the top floors, thus re-oxygenating the air while cleaning it.
However, certain species of ficus were planted to mark sacred places and tombs and were closely associated with Merina royalty.
 
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