Weeping Fig1 Edward F. Gilman and Dennis G. Watson2 INTRODUCTION This is a huge tree growing to 60 feet tall and 60 to 70 feet wide (Fig. This tree can even thrive in very little light and scarce water. Water and fertilize this plant regularly while it's growing. Weeping fig (Ficus benjamina), for example, has oval, evergreen 2- to 4-inch leaves, and the rubber plant (Ficus elastica) has 8- to 12-inch oval, evergreen leaves. Ficus benjamina is the most famous out of all the other Ficus tree kinds. It has glossy green leaves of usually dark colors and is sometimes blemished. These plants are notorious for surviving in very low light and even if you forget to water them for a while. It is very sensitive to light so if the plant is moved, expect it to drop leaves and produce new ones that …

Middle-aged Weeping Fig. Characteristics of Ficus Benjamina. Ficus Benjamina is the classic and one of the most popular types of ficus. Many variegated forms of this species are sold and grown as houseplants and landscape trees. Some species of Ficus are edible, some are not. The dense, rounded canopy and gracefully drooping branches of Weeping Fig made it quite popular as a landscape tree until recently. Ficus Benjamina has shiny green leaves, dark or mottled colors. It performs best in bright sunny locations but will also survive in shade. The F.benjamina can grow at a rapid rate when grown in a well light habitat. Scientific name: Ficus benjamina Pronunciation: FYE-kuss ben-juh-MYE-nuh Common name(s): Weeping fig Family: Moraceae USDA hardiness zones: 10B through 11 (Figure 2) Origin: native to Asia UF/IFAS Invasive Assessment Status: Not considered a problem species at this time, may be recommended (North, Central, South) Uses: trained as a standard; indoors; container or … Ficus benjaminia is a very popular houseplant because of its tolerance of poor growing conditions. Ficus benjamina can be distinguished from Ficus microcarpa because it has numerous, relatively inconspicuous leaf veins, few to no aerial roots, no thrip damage, and longer pointed tips on the leaves. Weeping fig (also known as ficus tree) grows as a large broadleaf evergreen tree in tropical and subtropical climates, but it is more often grown as a houseplant in homes, offices, and is a popular feature in interior commercial landscaping.It is a rare tree that has a good tolerance for the limited light conditions of indoor environments. The common name for Ficus benjamina is weeping fig. In most areas of the U.S., weeping fig is grown as a houseplant. General Information. Ficus benjamina Figure 1. The glossy, evergreen foliage and graceful growth habit of weeping fig (Ficus benjamina, U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 9 through 11) make it a valued houseplant and landscaping plant. As a houseplant, they are famous for being finicky. Ficus benjamina. It depends entirely on the species of Ficus. 1).