Rooting Fig
Ficus sagittata
- Native to:
- Andaman Is., Bangladesh, Borneo, Cambodia, Caroline Is., China, Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, Hainan, India, Jawa, Laos, Lesser Sunda Is., Malaya, Maluku, Myanmar, Palau, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatera, Thailand, Vietnam
Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Moraceae
- Genus:
- Ficus
- Species:
- Ficus sagittata
- USDA Symbol:
- FISA2
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Tree , Vine
- Light Requirements:
- Part Shade
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
Wildlife Benefits
- Butterflies & Moths:
- ★★★★★ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)
Keystone Species Ranking
- Caterpillar Keystone:
- ★★★☆☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)
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:
- prefers humid environments