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Ficus is a genus of about 850 species of woody trees, shrubs, vines, epiphytes, and hemi epiphytes in the family Moraceae, collectively known as Fig trees or Figs. They are native throughout the tropics with the few species extending into the semi warm temperate zone. Ficus dalhousiae is an umbrageous tree 9-12 mtrs. having young branches at first softly pubescent and afterwards glabrous. It is traditionally used in treatment of liver and skin diseases. In the present review phyto chemical and pharmacological activities of the plant have been listed. Further isolation and identification of bioactive molecules will surely pave a way for the immense benefit of this plant and also will turn a new leaf in the healthcare society in exploring newer herbal drugs.