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Ficus carica

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The fig is the edible fruit of Ficus carica, a species of tree or shrub in the flowering plant family Moraceae, native to the Mediterranean region, and to western and southern Asia. It has been cultivated since ancient times and is now widely grown throughout the world. Ficus carica is the type species of the genus Ficus, which comprises over 800 tropical and subtropical plant species.

FamilyMoraceae
GenusFicus
NativeMediterranean Basin
LifespanPerennial; trees commonly live 100–200 years; documented individuals exceeding 500 years in the Mediterranean basin

Propagation Guide

Propagate Hibiscus easily and grow new plants from cuttings.

Best time to propagate is spring to early summer when the plant is actively growing.

Choose a Propagation Method

Stem Cuttings

Best

Most common and successful method.

Air Layering

Reliable

Great for woody branches.

Seeds

Slow

Less common and may not produce identical plants.

Stem Cuttings Step-by-Step

Take cutting

1

Select a healthy semi-woody stem.

Prepare cutting

2

Remove lower leaves and trim below a node.

Apply hormone

3

Dip the cut end in rooting hormone.

Plant cutting

4

Place in a well-draining potting mix.

Provide humidity

5

Cover loosely with a plastic bag.

Roots develop

6

Roots form in 4-6 weeks.

TipObserve your plant regularly and adjust care according to your local climate and conditions.