Ficus microcarpa

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Indian Laurel Fig, Chinese Banyan

 
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Information by: Greg Applegate        Photographer: George/Sortomme

 

Description

This beautiful evergreen tree quickly reaches 25'-30' tall. Leaves are glossy and pointed. Bark is smooth and gray colored but will scar easily. When the tree is mature, it produces small black figs that birds enjoy. It will also produce aerial roots that when they reach the ground, will take root. This tree is used extensively for bonsai thus it can be grown indoors. It is used as a street tree or park tree. It needs moderate water with soil dry between waterings.

 

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Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

25-40'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

Black

 

Fruit Season

Intermittent

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.

Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.