Water
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter months when growth slows.
Also known as Indian Laurel Fig
Ficus macrostyla is a tropical African fig tree, recognized for its large syconia and a broad, spreading canopy, often growing as a strangler fig.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers bright, indirect light. Tolerates some direct sun.
70% intensity
Avoid intense afternoon sun
Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Ensure good drainage.
60% intensity
Reduce in winter
Well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost.
50% intensity
Ideal growing temperature is between 20-30°C.
80% intensity
Avoid temperatures below 10°C
Outdoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
50% intensity
Do not fertilize in fall or winter
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter months when growth slows.
Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape, remove dead or crossing branches, and encourage bushier growth. Use clean, sharp tools to make cuts just above a leaf node.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be at least 15 cm long and rooted in moist potting mix or water. Can also be grown from seed.
Repot every 2-3 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot one size larger than the current one and use fresh, well-draining potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Ficus Macrostyla (Ficus macrostyla)
Where Ficus Macrostyla (Ficus macrostyla) is found
Density
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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 macrostyla |
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