Ficus septica (ivory fig) — Bushy

Overview

Ficus septica is a bushy shrubs in the genus Ficus, part of the Moraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Ficus septica grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.

About

Ficus septica, commonly known as the ivory fig or wavy-leaf fig, is a bushy evergreen shrub or tree within the Ficus genus. This genus includes a variety of evergreen and deciduous plants with leathery leaves and unique fruit formed from small flowers inside a hollow structure. Ficus septica thrives in fertile, well-drained loam soil with moist but well-drained conditions, preferring full sun or partial shade in a sheltered position. It is suitable for cultivation as a houseplant or in conservatories and greenhouses, with interest in spring and summer. Propagation is typically by semi-hardwood cuttings or air layering.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Ficus

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Loam
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H1b

Plant details

Ficus septica size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Shrubs, Trees, Fruit Edible
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Evergreen
Suggested uses: Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Ficus septica

Propagation: Semi-hardwood cuttings, Air layering
Pest resistance: Susceptible to glasshouse red spider mite, thrips, mealybugs, scale insects under glass
Disease resistance: Susceptible to honey fungus