Abstract:Ficus microcarpa L. and Ficus virens Ait. V ar. sublanceolata (Miq.) Corner are two tree species of Moraceae. Due to the ir graceful crown and capability of growing on barren fields, these two species are extensively grown in Three Gorges Reservoir area. Because of the tree manage ment and the need of cuttings for propagation (the propagation of F. microcarp a and F. virens is mainly dependent on cuttage), branch cutting occurs qui te often to these two tree species in Three Gorges Reservoir area. Branch c...