Ficus lyrata, Ficus carica, Ficus religiosa, etc.
Also known as Fig Trees, and over 850 different species, one of the largest genera of flowering plants. Ficus is a pantropical genus of trees, shrubs, and vines occupying a wide variety of ecological niches; most are evergreen, but some deciduous species are found in areas outside of the tropics and to higher elevations. Fig species are characterized by their unique inflorescence and distinctive pollination syndrome, which uses wasp species belonging to the family Agaonidae for pollination.
PLEASE NOTE: These plants are Toxic To Dogs and Cats.
Things You Need To Know
Ficus can stand up to direct, full sunlight, but is also comfortable with indirect light as well. Would prefer clear windows with at least half a day of sunlight.
Flowering occurs year round in warm climates, but the flowers in many fig trees are not seen because they are in the fruit!
Allow top 2-3 inches of soil to dry between watering.
5-6 feet tall, 3 feet spread
Ficus trees can be used in any arrangement, both indoors and outdoors. Outdoors many species of Ficus can grow quite large and their roots are known to damage services like water, phone and electricity. It is important that outdoor Ficus are kept pruned.
Ficus are very hardy as long as they do not dry out.