Ficus neriifolia
Ficus neriifolia
Ficus neriifolia
Ficus neriifolia
Ficus neriifolia
Ficus neriifolia
Ficus neriifolia
Ficus neriifolia
Ficus neriifolia

Neriifolia Ficus is commonly known as the Willow leaf fig or Willow Leaf Ficus. A native to China, the Himalayan regions of India, Nepal, Burma, and Bhutan, this adorable tree belongs to the Moraceae family. The tropical winter-dormant tree can grow up to 50 feet tall in its natural habitat but grows as much as 3 feet tall in a pot. It loves heat, direct light, and humidity and depicts slow growth. It can be trained into a bonsai easily because of its dense foliage, aerial roots, and small green leaves. Also, it is easy to prune this houseplant and give it the desired shape. The Ficus neriifolia needs protection during winters and is not frost-hardy. It hardly blooms as a bonsai but in nature, it bears green tear-drop flowers.

Growth Rate
The Willow leaf fig is a slow-growing evergreen tree.

Flowering
In nature, the tree bears inverted green-colored flowers. There is no specific blooming season. The willow leaf fig bonsai has minimal chances of flowering.

Watering and Feeding
The willow leaf fig bonsai tree needs more watering than other Figs. Owners must not overwater the plant but ensure that moisture is present in the soil. Use soft water and watering should be done whenever the soil is dry.

Soil
The Ficus neriifolia needs well-draining soil. The soil pH should be around 6.5-7.0. Go in for sandy or loamy soil. Ensure that the soil is high in organic content.

Hardiness
This tree grows in the hardiness zones of 10 to 11. It is not frost-hardy.

Light
The bonsai needs about 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight each day.

Propagation
Air layering, cuttings, and seeds are the three best options for propagation. The ideal time to propagate is spring or summer.

Your bonsai willow leaf fig will grow wonderfully well in a terracotta or plastic pot. To complement the elliptical shape of the leaves and the bright-colored foliage, choose a round glazed pot as it can be an instant visual delight!

Bloom Season No specific blooming season
Botanical Name Ficus neriifolia
Common Name Fig leaf ficus
Dormancy Winter
Family Moraceae
Flower Color Green
Genus Ficus
Growth Habit Humongous(enormous)
Growth Rate Moderate
Hardiness Zone 9 12 (USDA)
Mature Size 6 in. tall
Native Area Asia
Plant Type Succulent
Propagation By seeds
Resistance Drought tolerant
Soil PH 6.5
Soil Type Succulents potting mix soil
Special Features Cylindrical branches
Sun Exposure Full sun (Bright light)
Toxicity Mild toxic to humans
Watering Needs Low

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TL
07/11/2023
Trinity L.
United States United States

Very happy

Great packaging very large plant I have already ordered again through this shop ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Planet Desert Ficus neriifolia Review
CG
02/18/2023
Carol G.
United States United States

Train as Bonsai

This Ficus neriifolia has the potential to be a bonsai.

Planet Desert Ficus neriifolia Review
CG
11/06/2022
Carol G.
United States United States

Future Bonsai?

I chose Ficus neriifolia to train as a bonsai, but since its trunk is only 1/4" across, it will take years to develop in to a banyan style fig.

Planet Desert Ficus neriifolia Review
J
08/22/2022
June

With my experience, I am quite pleased. The plants were sent individually wrapped and in meticulous packaging to ensure their safety.

A
08/16/2022
Ashley

Excellent; carefully packaged; came; each plant is adorable and thriving.

Ficus neriifolia

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Depending on the species and season, you will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture. It may or may not be blooming at the time of your purchase.

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Neriifolia Ficus is commonly known as the Willow leaf fig or Willow Leaf Ficus. A native to China, the Himalayan regions of India, Nepal, Burma, and Bhutan, this adorable tree belongs to the Moraceae family. The tropical winter-dormant tree can grow up to 50 feet tall in its natural habitat but grows as much as 3 feet tall in a pot. It loves heat, direct light, and humidity and depicts slow growth. It can be trained into a bonsai easily because of its dense foliage, aerial roots, and small green leaves. Also, it is easy to prune this houseplant and give it the desired shape. The Ficus neriifolia needs protection during winters and is not frost-hardy. It hardly blooms as a bonsai but in nature, it bears green tear-drop flowers.

Growth Rate
The Willow leaf fig is a slow-growing evergreen tree.

Flowering
In nature, the tree bears inverted green-colored flowers. There is no specific blooming season. The willow leaf fig bonsai has minimal chances of flowering.

Watering and Feeding
The willow leaf fig bonsai tree needs more watering than other Figs. Owners must not overwater the plant but ensure that moisture is present in the soil. Use soft water and watering should be done whenever the soil is dry.

Soil
The Ficus neriifolia needs well-draining soil. The soil pH should be around 6.5-7.0. Go in for sandy or loamy soil. Ensure that the soil is high in organic content.

Hardiness
This tree grows in the hardiness zones of 10 to 11. It is not frost-hardy.

Light
The bonsai needs about 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight each day.

Propagation
Air layering, cuttings, and seeds are the three best options for propagation. The ideal time to propagate is spring or summer.

Your bonsai willow leaf fig will grow wonderfully well in a terracotta or plastic pot. To complement the elliptical shape of the leaves and the bright-colored foliage, choose a round glazed pot as it can be an instant visual delight!

Bloom Season No specific blooming season
Botanical Name Ficus neriifolia
Common Name Fig leaf ficus
Dormancy Winter
Family Moraceae
Flower Color Green
Genus Ficus
Growth Habit Humongous(enormous)
Growth Rate Moderate
Hardiness Zone 9 12 (USDA)
Mature Size 6 in. tall
Native Area Asia
Plant Type Succulent
Propagation By seeds
Resistance Drought tolerant
Soil PH 6.5
Soil Type Succulents potting mix soil
Special Features Cylindrical branches
Sun Exposure Full sun (Bright light)
Toxicity Mild toxic to humans
Watering Needs Low

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Filter Reviews:
TL
07/11/2023
Trinity L.
United States United States

Very happy

Great packaging very large plant I have already ordered again through this shop ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Planet Desert Ficus neriifolia Review
CG
02/18/2023
Carol G.
United States United States

Train as Bonsai

This Ficus neriifolia has the potential to be a bonsai.

Planet Desert Ficus neriifolia Review
CG
11/06/2022
Carol G.
United States United States

Future Bonsai?

I chose Ficus neriifolia to train as a bonsai, but since its trunk is only 1/4" across, it will take years to develop in to a banyan style fig.

Planet Desert Ficus neriifolia Review
J
08/22/2022
June

With my experience, I am quite pleased. The plants were sent individually wrapped and in meticulous packaging to ensure their safety.

A
08/16/2022
Ashley

Excellent; carefully packaged; came; each plant is adorable and thriving.

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