Native to central and northern Australia, the Rock Fig is a very attractive plant, wonderful for ornamental use or grown as a bush food. It grows to a medium shrub or small tree, in the wild it is found growing over cliffs, rocks and sandstone soils. Sometimes epiphytic, it can have aerial roots. Makes a fantastic pot and bonsai subject, and responds well to pruning and shaping. Fruits change from yellow to orange red as they ripen, and can be eaten once ripe and soft. Should not be planted near drains and piping as the roots are invasive.
Ficus platypoda – Rock Fig
Plant Information
Plant Type - Small tree, Large shrub
Common Name - Rock Fig
Scientific Name - Ficus platypoda
Family - Moraceae
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Minimum Height - 1
Maximum Height - 8
Minimum Width - 1
Maximum Width - 5
Flower Colour - Cream
Flowering Time - Spring, Autumn, Winter
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Sandy, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix, Poor soil
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Container growing, Coastal garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Sub-tropical, Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Semi-arid
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Spreading
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Dry, Well-drained, Moist moderate drainage
Propagation Method - Seed, Softwood cutting, Semihardwood cutting
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
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Special Uses - Edible, Bonsai, Decorative fruit
Attracts Wildlife - Seed eating birds, Other insects
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