Genus of about 800 species of trees, shrubs, woody climbers, mostly evergreen that live in the forests of tropical and subtropical regions throughout the world. Ficus carica is a deciduous tree or large shrub with a spreading and rounded crown. The leaves are three or five-lobed, 10-24 cm long, heart-shaped at the base. The pear-shaped receptacles form single fruits, up to 10 cm long, green when young, then dark green, purple or dark brown when ripe. It can reach 8-10 m in height.
Pedoclimatic needs
Grow in humus-rich, leafy, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.
Botanical information
Botanical name: Ficus carica
Family: Moraceae
