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Ficus petiolaris

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Common Name: rock fig

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Family Name: Moraceae

Botanical Name: Ficus petiolaris

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Characteristics: This species has very tender, medium- to dark-green leaves that are about three inches wide. They can be heart-shaped or rounded. The leaf veins are scarlet colored. The F. periolaris is a deciduous shrub, that may require substantial water (1).

Compound: Fic pet

Geographic Origin: Mexico, Sonora, Baja California

Ecozone Origin: Neotropic

Biome Origin: MX

Natural History: F. petiolaris is endemic to Mexico. In Mexico this plant is commonly found in Sonora, Baja California, and Oaxaca. This plant can live in these desert environments because the roots will grow over rocks in search of rooting soil (2).

Cultivation Notes:

Some training may be needed in order to shape this species. It grows moderately fast until it is bound for a pot. It can be planted on a rock or in a container; roots will grow over the rock and create a fascinating sculpture. The base of the plant swells. They are suitable for large pots, or near an entry door (1).

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The landscape value of this species is either a container plant or even outstanding by itself (1).

Height: 0 - 5 feet

Width: 0 - 5 feet

Growth Rate: Fast Growing

Grow Season: Spring

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Function: Accent

Spread: Non-spreading

Allergen: Allergenic

Invasive: Benign

Toxicity: Benign

Hardy: Tender

Water Use: Moderate Water Use

Citations:

Jones, Warren D, and Charles M Sacamano. Landscape Plants for Dry Regions: More Than 600 Species from around the World. Fisher Books, 2000.
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