Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Moraceae

Genus:

Ficus

Species:

Ficus godeffroyi

USDA Symbol:

FIGO

Growth Characteristics

Height:

800 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:

★★★☆☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Native to tropical regions, prefers organic-rich soil.