🌱 Weeping Fig
About Weeping Fig
Weeping fig (Ficus benjamina) is an evergreen tropical fig native to Southeast Asia and northern Australia, widely grown as an ornamental tree and as an indoor foliage plant. It has glossy, pointed leaves and produces small fig fruits in warm outdoor climates. The plant exudes a milky latex sap that can irritate skin and mucous membranes.
🌱 Detailed Care Guide
📐 Growth & Structure
📅 Phenology
🌍 Ecology
✨ Usage & Benefits
- ornamental
⚠️ Safety & Traits
🌱 Propagation
🐛 Pests & Diseases
📝 Expert Advice
Seed propagation is possible but uncommon in cultivation. Use fresh seed; sow on the surface of a sterile, fine seed-starting mix (do not bury deeply), keep evenly moist and at warm temperatures (about 25–30°C) with high humidity and bright, indirect light. Germination is erratic; pot on carefully once seedlings have several true leaves. For predictable propagation, use semi-hardwood stem cuttings or air-layering.
Stake young plants (especially single-trunk standards) to keep the stem upright and prevent rocking; tie loosely with soft ties and remove the stake once the trunk has firmed and can support the canopy.
Prune/pinch in spring to summer to shape and encourage branching; avoid heavy pruning in winter. Make clean cuts above a node; expect milky latex sap—protect skin and surfaces.
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