Strangler Fig, Ficus sumatrana

FAMILY:
Moraceae

ORIGIN:
Southeast America

DESCRIPTION:
Upper canopy tree with alternate, simple triple-veined leaves.

CULTIVATION:
Grow in bright light to full sun; fertilize monthly; prefers moist soil but will tolerate drought

PROPAGATION:
Softwood cuttings

COMMENTS:
Sumatra contains one of the most biodiverse species of figs on the planet.