Japanese Fig (Ficus erecta)
Ficus erecta, the Japanese Fig, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to East Asia, featuring attractive foliage and small, fig-like fruits.
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Soil
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers fertile loam but tolerates a range of soil types.
Temperature
Prefers temperatures between 15-25°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor
Fertilizer
Feed during growing season.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade.
Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Reduce in winter.
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers fertile loam but tolerates a range of soil types.
Prefers temperatures between 15-25°C.
Tolerates cooler temperatures in winter.
Outdoor, Indoor
Feed during growing season.
Balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree
Plant Category
Foliage, Fruit, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
2-5 m
Spread
1-3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Deciduous
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderRosales
- familyMoraceae
- genusFicus
- speciesFicus erecta
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No