Also known as Erect Fig
Ficus erecta, the Japanese Fig, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to East Asia, known for its small, edible figs and attractive foliage.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight; can tolerate some direct sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings, reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Ideal temperatures between 18-24°C; avoid frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season (spring-summer) monthly.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in winter, keeping the soil barely moist to prevent waterlogging and root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid standing water.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins to shape the plant and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Pinch back new shoots in summer to maintain desired size and form.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix.
Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location with high humidity until roots form.
Repot young plants annually, and mature plants every 2-3 years, in spring. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
Use a well-draining potting mix and trim back any circling roots to encourage healthy new growth.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Japanese Fig (Ficus erecta)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Moraceae |
| Genus | Ficus |
| Species | Ficus erecta |
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