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Ficus lyrata

Family Moraceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   10a - 11   RHS:   HH - FT   EGF:   G1 - G2   Australia:   4 - 5  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 2 - 30.5 m (6.5 - 100 ft)
Spread 1.2 - 21 m (4 - 70 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The broadleaf evergreen Ficus lyrata (banjo fig) bears medium green and repeat-blooming blossoms. This plant is spreading in form and has showy, glossy, bold textured and evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour. The bark is showy and exfoliating in texture. Aromatic, showy and bi-coloured fruit are produced by Ficus lyrata (banjo fig).
Typical Uses Container, house plant, topiary and tropical.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Ficus lyrata . Ficus lyrata is tolerant of pollution.
Cautions Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.