Ficus Lutea - Indigenous South African Fig Tree - 10 Seeds VertiGarden

Ficus Lutea - Indigenous South African Fig Tree - 10 Seeds VertiGardenFicus is a genus of about 850 species of woody trees, shrubs and vines. Collectively known as fig trees or figs, they are native throughout the tropics with a few species extending into the semi warm temperate zone. A large spreading tree with large attractive shiny leaves. Stunning in spring when bare tree is covered with bronze bud sheaths. Tolerates heavy winds and copes well in coastal areas. Makes a great potted specimen. USDA Zone 10 Season to

Stunning in spring when bare tree is covered with bronze bud sheaths

a stronger aroma

south to Brazil

papery calyx enclosing each berry

Popularly known as Zucchini it is a rather easy to grow squash

Makes a fine bonsai

the uniform milky grey-green colour is also very characteristic of this plant

either small and sub equal

This species is the source of the commercial cranberry

leaves and seed pods

Southern Boubou and mousebirds enjoy the colourful fruits

This subspecies occurs in Eastern Cape and southern KwaZulu-Natal