Ficus sur

Key Features:

• Botanical Name: Ficus sur
• Common Names: Broom Cluster Fig, Cape Fig, Wild Fig
• Family: Moraceae
• Native Region: Africa (South Africa, Ethiopia, West Africa, Madagascar)
• Growth Habit: Large, spreading tree
• Height: 10–25 meters (33–82 feet)
• Leaves: Large, glossy green, oval-shaped
• Trunk: Smooth, grayish bark, sometimes with aerial roots
• Fruits: Small, round figs that turn red or purple when ripe (edible and attract birds)
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Season: Evergreen to semi-deciduous, depending on climate

Growing Conditions:

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-draining, loamy to sandy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Temperature Tolerance: Thrives in warm climates; not frost-hardy
• Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity
• Propagation: Grown from seeds or cuttings

Landscaping & Uses:

• Excellent shade tree for large gardens and parks
• Attracts birds and pollinators with its edible figs
• Used in agroforestry and reforestation projects
• Suitable for bonsai cultivation due to its vigorous growth
• Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established