Skip to main content

Roxburgh Fig (Ficus auriculata)

Roxburgh Fig (Ficus auriculata) is a large shrub or small tree native to Southeast Asia, known for its edible fruits and large, ear-shaped leaves.

Above information is sourced from Wikipedia

Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not soggy.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile loam is ideal. It can tolerate a range of soil types but thrives in moist, humus-rich conditions.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature is between 18-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not soggy.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile loam is ideal. It can tolerate a range of soil types but thrives in moist, humus-rich conditions.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature is between 18-25°C.

Can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures but dislikes frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Reduce feeding in fall and winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub, Tree

Plant Category

Fruit, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

3-5 m

Spread

3-5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Image Gallery

Synonyms
Ficus beipeiensis S.S.Chang
Ficus hainanensis Merr. & Chun
Ficus imperialis G.W.Johnson & R.Hogg
Ficus oligodon Miq.
Ficus pomifera Wall. ex King
Ficus regia Miq.
Ficus rotundifolia Roxb.
Ficus roxburghii Wall. ex Steud.
Ficus sclerocarpa Griff.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRosales
  • familyMoraceae
  • genusFicus
  • speciesFicus auriculata
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

Yes

Additional Care Tips

FAQs