Ficus petiolaris fig rock
Ficus petiolaris fig rock
Ficus petiolaris fig rock
Ficus petiolaris fig rock
Ficus petiolaris fig rock
Ficus petiolaris fig rock
Ficus petiolaris fig rock
Ficus petiolaris fig rock
Ficus petiolaris fig rock
Ficus petiolaris fig rock
Ficus petiolaris fig rock
Ficus petiolaris fig rock
Ficus petiolaris fig rock
Ficus petiolaris fig rock

Petiolate fig, Strangler fig, Rock fig, Baja California rock fig, Brandegee wild fig, and Palmer wild fig are all the common names of the tropical tree, Ficus petiolaris. Native to the arid regions of Mexico, the winter-dormant strangler fig tree grows up to 10-20 feet high, sometimes even 75 ft. tall. Ficus petiolaris bonsai grows to about 2 feet in height. The foliage of rock fig bonsai consists of a yellow-greenish trunk, heart-shaped bright green leaves with pink veins on the upper side, and tufts of white hair on the back. Having a slow growth rate, this tree grows happily with moderate sun and partial shade. The Ficus petiolaris rock fig belongs to the Moraceae family. This strangler fig species bears green flowers with red spots, but flowering is a rare sight under cultivation.

Growth Rate
Ficus rock fig is naturally a slow-growing succulent. Interestingly, Ficus petiolaris indoors might grow fast but only till it fills the container beyond which it stops growing.

Flowering
Ficus petiolaris houseplants barely flower. These trees in nature can bloom any time of the year and produce green flowers with red spots.

Watering and Feeding
Strangler figs need adequate water in the hot months and sparingly in the cold months. An important Ficus petiolaris care tip is to never let the soil dry completely between waterings, especially in summer.

Soil
Use well-drained soil or potting mix for your rock fig trees or bonsai.

Hardiness
The fig strangler tree cannot tolerate frost. It is best for growth in hardiness zone 10.

Light
Strangler fig plants prefer to be placed in full sun to moderate shade.

Propagation
Propagation for this species is best done by Ficus petiolaris seeds.

Strangler fig fruits are also green in color. The evergreen strangling fig tree has medicinal uses; the bark is used for making paper, gum, fiber, and as a source of timber. As a rock fig house plant, this bonsai plant is beautiful and a good gifting option.

Bloom Season Everbloomer
Botanical Name Ficus petiolaris
Common Name Petiolate fig
Dormancy Winter
Family Moraceae
Flower Color Green colour
Flower Color Pale yellow
Growth Habit Heartshaped
Hardiness Zone 9b
Mature Size 20.00 to 30.00 feet
Native Area Mexico
Native Area Oaxaca
Resistance 11 c

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08/22/2023
Amy J.
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Really Nice Plant

Of course it was packed and shipped very well and quickly (as Planet Desert does every time). The plant is very different from my usual idea of of a succulent, but I love it for the variety it gives my plants. It really stands out.

J
12/08/2022
James
United States United States

Happy little ficus

I had been looking all over for a replacement for my F. petiolaris stolen by squirrels, so imagine my delight when I found one at Planet Desert! This little guy was well-packaged for his trip and arrived safe and sound. He's already put out a new leaf! Thank you!

PT
05/18/2022
Peter T.
United States United States

Pretty Little Caudex Tree

Great pink ribbing and several shoots out of a curiously snaped caudex! I am excited to watch this one grow and mature.

PT
05/18/2022
Peter T.
United States United States

Pretty Little Caudex

Great pink ribbing and several shoots out of a curiously snaped caudex! I am excited to watch this one grow and mature.

BN
05/16/2022
Binh N.
United States United States

tiny

A bit of a bait and switch in the size of the plant

05/19/2022

Planet Desert

We regret to hear you were not satisfied. Depending on the season, clone and climate the plants can be a smaller but we do ensure we send healthy plants. You are welcome to email us with photos and concerns anytime. We stand behind our product and satisfaction guarantee.

Ficus petiolaris fig rock

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Petiolate fig, Strangler fig, Rock fig, Baja California rock fig, Brandegee wild fig, and Palmer wild fig are all the common names of the tropical tree, Ficus petiolaris. Native to the arid regions of Mexico, the winter-dormant strangler fig tree grows up to 10-20 feet high, sometimes even 75 ft. tall. Ficus petiolaris bonsai grows to about 2 feet in height. The foliage of rock fig bonsai consists of a yellow-greenish trunk, heart-shaped bright green leaves with pink veins on the upper side, and tufts of white hair on the back. Having a slow growth rate, this tree grows happily with moderate sun and partial shade. The Ficus petiolaris rock fig belongs to the Moraceae family. This strangler fig species bears green flowers with red spots, but flowering is a rare sight under cultivation.

Growth Rate
Ficus rock fig is naturally a slow-growing succulent. Interestingly, Ficus petiolaris indoors might grow fast but only till it fills the container beyond which it stops growing.

Flowering
Ficus petiolaris houseplants barely flower. These trees in nature can bloom any time of the year and produce green flowers with red spots.

Watering and Feeding
Strangler figs need adequate water in the hot months and sparingly in the cold months. An important Ficus petiolaris care tip is to never let the soil dry completely between waterings, especially in summer.

Soil
Use well-drained soil or potting mix for your rock fig trees or bonsai.

Hardiness
The fig strangler tree cannot tolerate frost. It is best for growth in hardiness zone 10.

Light
Strangler fig plants prefer to be placed in full sun to moderate shade.

Propagation
Propagation for this species is best done by Ficus petiolaris seeds.

Strangler fig fruits are also green in color. The evergreen strangling fig tree has medicinal uses; the bark is used for making paper, gum, fiber, and as a source of timber. As a rock fig house plant, this bonsai plant is beautiful and a good gifting option.

Bloom Season Everbloomer
Botanical Name Ficus petiolaris
Common Name Petiolate fig
Dormancy Winter
Family Moraceae
Flower Color Green colour
Flower Color Pale yellow
Growth Habit Heartshaped
Hardiness Zone 9b
Mature Size 20.00 to 30.00 feet
Native Area Mexico
Native Area Oaxaca
Resistance 11 c

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2% 
1
3 ★
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AJ
08/22/2023
Amy J.
United States United States

Really Nice Plant

Of course it was packed and shipped very well and quickly (as Planet Desert does every time). The plant is very different from my usual idea of of a succulent, but I love it for the variety it gives my plants. It really stands out.

J
12/08/2022
James
United States United States

Happy little ficus

I had been looking all over for a replacement for my F. petiolaris stolen by squirrels, so imagine my delight when I found one at Planet Desert! This little guy was well-packaged for his trip and arrived safe and sound. He's already put out a new leaf! Thank you!

PT
05/18/2022
Peter T.
United States United States

Pretty Little Caudex Tree

Great pink ribbing and several shoots out of a curiously snaped caudex! I am excited to watch this one grow and mature.

PT
05/18/2022
Peter T.
United States United States

Pretty Little Caudex

Great pink ribbing and several shoots out of a curiously snaped caudex! I am excited to watch this one grow and mature.

BN
05/16/2022
Binh N.
United States United States

tiny

A bit of a bait and switch in the size of the plant

05/19/2022

Planet Desert

We regret to hear you were not satisfied. Depending on the season, clone and climate the plants can be a smaller but we do ensure we send healthy plants. You are welcome to email us with photos and concerns anytime. We stand behind our product and satisfaction guarantee.

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