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Ficus platypoda
Rock Fig
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| Description | Naturally occurring in rocky outcrops of central and northern Australia, this variety of fig has oval foliage that is thick and very heavily waxed almost like those of a rubber plant. It has a finely-textured grey bark and produces tiny, hard fruits which are about the size of marbles. These fruits start off yellow and change to orange as they ripen. Growing to around 8 metres, this is a good tree for pruning to a formal shape or size. | ||
| Foliage |
Evergreen
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| Form |
Oval
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| Mature Size | 8 x 5m | ||
| Uses | This tree can be pruned to shape for a waxy screen to 8m. It also makes an attractive specimen tree. | ||
| Position & Soil | Prefers a moisture retentive but well drained soil in full sun. | ||
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| Pot sizes in production |
• 40cm/27L (1.5-1.8m) |
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| Substitutes | − | ||
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