ROXBURGH FIG

Ficus auriculata

FAMILY Moraceae

SYNONYMS

Ficus roxburghii

ADDITIONAL COMMON NAMES

ELEPHANT EAR TREE

See: all Ficus

GENERAL INFO

Large inedible fruit that grows on trunk and branches. Fruit can be messy for homeowner. Best in a sheltered location.
Native range: IndiaHorticultural use: Screen or Espalier

TREE CHARACTERISTICS

Tree Shape: RoundedMaximum Tree Height: 25 feetCanopy Width: 15-25 feetGrowth Rate: ~24 in/yearLeaf Arrangement and Leaf Form: Alternate, SimpleLeaf Shape: OvalLeaf color: GreenFall Color: YesFlower Time: SpringFruit: Medium Brown or Mostly Green Multiple FruitFruiting time: SummerBark Color: Dark Gray or Light Gray, SmoothLitter Type: Wet Fruit

SITE CONDITIONS

Recommended Planting Area: 4' to 7'Water Use Rating: MediumSunset Climate Zone: 20 - 24Shade Tolerance: NoUSDA Hardiness Zone: 9, 10, 11Soil Texture: Loam or SandSoil pH: Slightly Acidic to Slightly AlkalineSalt Tolerance: High

CONSIDERATIONS

Branch Strength: Medium WeakRoot Damage Potential: LowPotential health issues: No known hazardsDisease and Pest susceptibility: ScalesDisease Resistance and Pest Resistance: Armillaria, Root RotUtility Friendly: Yes

External Resources

CITE THIS TREE

"SelecTree. UFEI. "Ficus auriculata Tree Record." 1995-2025. Cal Poly State University, San Luis Obispo. Accessed on Mar 15, 2025."
< https://selectree.calpoly.edu/tree-detail/602 >

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