How much sunlight does my shortleaf fig need?

shortleaf fig requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

How much humidity does shortleaf fig like?

shortleaf fig doesn’t require additional humidity . Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

What type of soil should I use for my shortleaf fig?

shortleaf fig does best in well-draining soil . A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Should I fertilize my shortleaf fig?

shortleaf fig should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year , whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

Does shortleaf fig go dormant?

It’s common for shortleaf fig to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

Which region is shortleaf fig native to?

shortleaf fig is native to worldwide Tropics .

What is the growth pattern for shortleaf fig?

shortleaf fig will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

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Q: How often should I water my shortleaf fig?

shortleaf fig prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly . Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

About shortleaf fig

Did you know that all plants in the Ficus genus produce figs? In fact, the word Ficus quite literally means figs! Even cooler, all figs are pollinated by tiny wasps that use the fruits as a safe place to raise their young. 🐝 Ficus plants also contain latex which emerges as a milky sap when twigs are broken. This latex makes them toxic, so be sure to keep a close eye out if you have children or pets!

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Ficus citrifolia

Genus

Ficus

Family

Moraceae

Order

Rosales

Also known as

shortleaf fig, giant bearded fig, Jagüey, wild banyantree and Wimba tree

How to care for shortleaf fig

Water

How often to water your shortleaf fig

shortleaf fig needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.