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Opposite-Leaved Fig (Ficus hispida)

Opposite-Leaved Fig (Ficus hispida) is a fast-growing tree native to Southeast Asia, featuring distinctive hairy leaves and large, cauliflorous figs. It thrives in warm,

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light preferred

Watering

Regular watering needed

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Average room temperatures suitable

Fertilizer

Regular feeding during growing season

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light preferred

Place in a location that receives plenty of bright, filtered sunlight. Avoid direct, intense afternoon sun, which can scorch leaves.

Watering

Regular watering needed

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Average room temperatures suitable

Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.

Fertilizing

Regular feeding during growing season

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength monthly from spring to summer. Do not fertilize in fall and winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Fruit

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

3 to 15 meters

Spread

3 to 8 meters

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Covellia hispida (L.f.) Miq.
Gonosuke hispida (L.f.) Raf.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRosales
  • familyMoraceae
  • genusFicus
  • speciesFicus hispida
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Non-toxic

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