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Ficus auriculata
Also Known As
- Elephant Ear Fig Tree
- Roxburgh Fig
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 15'-20'
- W: 15'-25'
planting zones
- 10a-11
Ficus auriculata plant details
Ficus auriculata is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ficus auriculata
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: moraceae
- Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 15 FT - 25 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Uses: big leaves
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ficus auriculata
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
“Large oval shaped leaves grow as large as 15”. Non-edible figs form in clusters on the trunk and larger branches. Best in full sun in a wind protected area.”
By: Cactus Jungle
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How to Grow Ficus auriculata
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 6'-40'
Width: 3'-40'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 6'-20'
Width: 3'-10'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - occasional
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