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Red-Leaved Fig (Ficus ingens)

Ficus ingens, the Red-Leaved Fig, is a deciduous African tree with striking red new foliage, smooth grey bark, and edible figs. It forms a spreading canopy.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water when top inch of soil is dry.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. A mix of potting soil, sand, and perlite or grit works well. Tolerates a range of soil types if drainage is adequate.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Bright, indirect light indoors.

Water

Water when top inch of soil is dry.

Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. A mix of potting soil, sand, and perlite or grit works well. Tolerates a range of soil types if drainage is adequate.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures.

Avoid frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Balanced liquid fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Fruit, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

5-15 m

Spread

4-8 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green, Red

Leaf Type

Simple

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Synonyms
Ficus caffra (Miq.) Miq.
Ficus ingentoides Hutch.
Ficus katagumica Hutch.
Ficus kawuri Hutch.
Ficus magenjensis Sim
Ficus ovatocordata De Wild.
Ficus pondoensis Warb.
Ficus xanthophylla (Miq.) Martelli
Urostigma caffrum Miq.
Urostigma ingens Miq.
Urostigma xanthophyllum Miq.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRosales
  • familyMoraceae
  • genusFicus
  • speciesFicus ingens
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

Yes

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