Ficus Macrophylla
Moreton Bay Fig
Ficus macrophylla, commonly known as the Moreton Bay fig or Australian banyan, is a large evergreen banyan tree known for its imposing buttress roots. Individuals may reach 60M in height. The large leathery, dark green leaves are 15–30 cm long. This species has an extensive surface root system. Fruits are produced only on mature trees in the open.
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Full sun to partial shade
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Occasional watering
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Not Frost hardy
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Moist and free draining
Common name
Moreton Bay Fig
Latin name
Ficus Macrophylla
type
Tree
family
Moraceae
ph
5.0 - 7.5 Acid - Neutral
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Light
Full sun to partial shade
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Frost
Not Frost hardy
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Soil
Moist and free draining
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Water
Occasional watering
Plant & bloom calendar
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Best time to plant
full grown dimensions
30.00 M
60.00 M
Ficus Macrophylla
Ficus macrophylla, commonly known as the Moreton Bay fig or Australian banyan, is a large evergreen banyan tree known for its imposing buttress roots. Individuals may reach 60M in height. The large leathery, dark green leaves are 15–30 cm long. This species has an extensive surface root system. Fruits are produced only on mature trees in the open.
Planting young plants
From Early Spring TO Early Spring
The huge size of Ficus macrophylla precludes use in gardens, and its roots are highly invasive and can damage piping and disrupt footpaths and roadways. It is usually grown in containers so that its size can be limited. This species is not demanding on the soil; Any soil mixture will do, as long as it does not stay wet for long.
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