The origin of figs is Cariea of Turkey in Asia Minor; First, they were in southern Arabia (Saudi Arabia and Yemen), and then they were introduced to Syria, Caucasus, and Turkey. Later, they were introduced to the Mediterranean coast around the 14th century BC by the Greeks and Phoenicians.

Figs are one of the oldest cultivated fruit trees in the world, with high economic value. The fruits can be processed into jam, preserved fruit, canned fruit, fruit juice, fruit powder, candied fruit, syrup, and a series of drinks. They are a pollution-free green food and is known as "the patron saint of human health in the 21st century". Therefore, all over the world attach great importance to the research and development of figs, and their series of products have doubled in value.

Figs have a long fruiting period. From June to November, there is a harvest period of more than 5 months every year. Fresh fruits can be continuously supplied to the market and are suitable for continuous processing without stacking and storage. The single fruit weight of improved varieties is generally 50-100g, and the larger fruit can reach more than 150g.

Many people think that figs do not blossom, but in fact, the essence of figs is flowers. Even without the grace of peonies, the elegance of chrysanthemums and the charming of roses, their fragrance conquers people's taste buds, and their nutritional value is favored by people.

In recent years, many researchers have done pharmacological research on figs and believe that figs can be used to develop into natural anticancer drugs and natural immune modulators. At present, the United States, Japan, and other countries have positioned figs and their products as anti-cancer food.