FICUS Moraceae.
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Weeping, Creeping, Rusty Fig. Rubber Plant, Indian Laurel to name but a few.
A fantastically diverse family of plants that grace the interiors of many homes.Easy to please if all the conditions are met.

 
This is a general Ficus page, the Rubber Plant and Weeping Fig have their own pages
Most houseplants need a common sense approach + TLC. The information at the beginning of Houseplants is suitable for the majority of plants, for special requirements see below.
Special Care Generally they need good light and shade with early or late sun.
Other Varieties F. Europa, F.pumila, F. sagittata, F. retusa, F. benghalensis and F. lyrata.
Temperature min15 - 23maxC. Under 15C, very little water.
Disease/Pests  
Appearance  
Height Froma small trailing pot plant to a full blown tree.
Growing Position Good light in shade.
Water and Feed Do not overwater as leaves will turn yellow and fall. Water once in winter and twice in summer per week. 
Propagation and soil New plants are raised from leaves with a small amount of stem. In the autumn take your leaf and place in compost in a temperature of approx. 21C. Soil should be loam-based..
Flowering Time  
Spring/Summer Diluted liquid feed.
Autumn/Winter .
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