FigFicus tinctoria

Water regularly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feel dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering, as Ficus tinctoria prefers to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot.

Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to remove any dead or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done at any time, but heavier pruning is best performed in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.

Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Use a rooting hormone to encourage faster root development. Plant cuttings in a well-draining potting mix and keep them consistently moist and warm.

Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound, typically in spring. Choose a pot that is one size larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix amended with perlite or sand.