Oakleaf Fig

Ficus montana

Native to:
Bangladesh, Borneo, Jawa, Laos, Lesser Sunda Is., Malaya, Myanmar, Sumatera, Thailand

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Moraceae
Genus:
Ficus
Species:
Ficus montana
USDA Symbol:
FIMO3

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub , Subshrub
Height:
1000 cm
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Medium

Keystone Species Ranking

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

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, small mammals

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to tropical forests, prefers humid conditions