Mock Bodhi Tree

Rumph’s Fig

Scientific Name: Ficus rumphii

Local Name: Pohon Ancak

What is Rumph's Fig?

Rumph’s Fig is a culturally significant tree in Bali, closely associated with spirituality and sacred spaces. Traditionally planted near temples and places of worship, the tree is regarded as a symbol of protection, wisdom, and balance. Its heart‑shaped leaves and expansive canopy resemble the revered Bodhi Tree, under which enlightenment is believed to have been attained. Because of this association, Rumph’s Fig is often respected as a living spiritual presence rather than merely a landscape tree.

Rumph’s Fig Role

Provides food for birds and fruit‑eating bats through its fig fruits
Supports complex ecosystems, as figs are a keystone food source for wildlife
Offers shade and shelter with its wide, dense canopy
Helps stabilize soil with a strong and extensive root system
Contributes to urban biodiversity in landscaped and coastal environments

Unique Botanical Features

Leaves

Heart‑shaped leaves that resemble the sacred Bodhi Tree

Fruits

Small, dark fig fruits that grow directly from branches

Growth

Ability to grow as a large standalone tree or begin life as an epiphyte

Why we conserve Rumph’s Fig

We conserve Rumph’s Fig for its deep cultural significance and ecological importance. As both a spiritual symbol and a keystone species, the tree plays a vital role in sustaining wildlife while preserving Balinese heritage. Protecting Rumph’s Fig within our landscape reflects a commitment to honoring living traditions, supporting biodiversity, and maintaining harmony between nature and culture.

Where can we find this tree?

The Rumph’s Fig can be found in the Hyatt Regency Bali beach garden, behind the Sea Turtle Village. Growing within the resort’s coastal landscape.

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