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    Ficus palmata

    Also Known As

    • Punjab Fig

    Plant type

    tree, fruit / vegetable

    size

    • H: 12'-30'
    • W: 18'-40'

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

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    Ficus palmata plant details

    Ficus palmata is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Ficus palmata

    Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
    Plant family: moraceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 18 FT - 40 FT - wide, 12 FT - 30 FT - tall
    Flowers: green blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ficus palmata

    USDA Zones: 9a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: humidity
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Ficus palmata plant

    How to Grow Ficus palmata

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • green

    • Fruit

      • purple

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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