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Ficus [′fī·kəs] (botany) A genus of tropical trees in the family Moraceae including the rubber tree and the fig tree. (invertebrate zoology) A genus of gastropod mollusks having pear-shaped, spirally ribbed sculptured shells. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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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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