Ficus

Botanical name

Ficus sp.

Care

Ficus prefer full sun to partial shade in fertile well-drained soil. Water moderately, sparingly when temperatures are cool.

Prefers sun prefers well-drained soil

There are over 600 species of Ficus, most of them tropical and evergreen, although some, most notably F. carica, the common fig, are deciduous. Ficus produces a unique "fruit" which is actually an inverted flower. Not all Ficus produce edible fruit.

Ficus is one of the most loved bonsai for many reasons. It is an excellent tree for beginners, as most species of Ficus are fast growers, tolerant of most any soil and light conditions, make fine indoor bonsai, and perhaps most importantly, are remarkably forgiving of those just learning bonsai watering techniques. Most Ficus grow "banyan" roots naturally; this feature is often showcased by styling Ficus in dramatic air-root and root-over-rock styles.

Notes

Vigorous growers these plants quickly turn into trees with visual interest.