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rdfs:label
  • Ficus carica
  • Ficus carica
rdfs:comment
  • Ficus carica (common name: Fig, Common Fig, Edible Fig) is a plant of the Ficeae family that originates from the Meditereanean Basin. It is cultivated for its edible figs which it produces abundantly in suitable climates. It is uncommon as a house plant, but it can be grown against a sunny south facing window.
Propagation
  • Cuttings, layering, air layering. Rarely from seed.
Fertilization
  • Tomato fertiliser every few months.
Watering
  • Once weekly
Air moisture
  • Dry to slightly humid
Soil
  • Dry, free draining. Not overly rich.
Lighting
  • High - near sunny window
Division
  • Rosales
Name
  • Ficus carica
Toxicity
  • Sap irritates the skin of some people.
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Group
Species
  • Ficus carica
Genus
  • Ficus
Family
  • Ficeae
Order
abstract
  • Ficus carica (common name: Fig, Common Fig, Edible Fig) is a plant of the Ficeae family that originates from the Meditereanean Basin. It is cultivated for its edible figs which it produces abundantly in suitable climates. It is uncommon as a house plant, but it can be grown against a sunny south facing window.