Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency in cooler months. Ensure good drainage in the pot to prevent excess moisture buildup.
Also known as Drupe Fig · Hairy Fig · Mysore Fig
Brown-Woolly Fig (Ficus drupacea) is a large, spreading tree native to tropical Asia, known for its edible fruit and dense canopy. It's a valuable shade tree.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Prefers bright conditions but avoid direct, intense sunlight which can scorch leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Well-drained loam
50% intensity
Average home temperatures
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid sudden temperature drops.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season to support healthy growth.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency in cooler months. Ensure good drainage in the pot to prevent excess moisture buildup.
Prune to maintain shape and size, or to remove any dead or damaged branches. Use clean, sharp pruning shears. Heavy pruning can be done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Pinching back new shoots encourages bushier growth.
Propagate from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Use cuttings 10-15 cm long with at least two nodes. Plant them in a well-draining potting mix and keep them consistently moist and warm.
Rooting hormone can enhance success.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based mix with added perlite or sand.
Repot in spring.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Brown-Woolly Fig (Ficus drupacea)
Where Brown-Woolly Fig (Ficus drupacea) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Moraceae |
| Genus | Ficus |
| Species | Ficus drupacea |
Similar in genus Ficus
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