Where did figs enter China?

Figs originated in Galica, Asia Minor. According to Ansan's research, Ficus carica originated in southern Arabia and was later introduced to Asia Minor. Phoenicians, Greek sailors and immigrants were introduced to Mediterranean countries. Greece, Egypt, Syria, Spain, Portugal. Ornamental trees were widely planted in California from 65438 to the beginning of the 8th century. Fig is a subtropical deciduous semi-tree, sometimes shrubby. The roots are yellow-brown, fibrous and deep into the soil. The bark is gray or red, smooth, and there are small protrusions or tumor-like protrusions on the surface of old branches or cadres. The tip of the new branch is gray-green, and there are rings on the leafy branch, and axillary buds grow on the upper part. As a result, the fruit and axillary buds are juxtaposed at the festival. The internode of the branch has formed pith. The leaves are large, alternate, leathery, thick and rough, and the shape varies with varieties.

Fig leaf shape

The leaves of the same tree or branch vary according to the place where they are planted. Usually palm-shaped, with 3 ~ 7 lobes, some with or without cracks. The edge is sparse and serrated, the surface is shiny, the back is green and white, hairy, the veins are very obvious, and there are stipules at the base.