Ficus umbellata

Large heart-shaped leaves draw attention to this fast-growing tropical houseplant. Upright habit when young. Rotate for balanced growth. Prune to maintain desired size.
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height 5–15ft
width 3–8ft
tolerates Pots
water
needs		 Moderate
water
info		 This plant wants water when the top of the soil is dry, but you can still feel moisture just below the surface. This plant will often fall into a once-a-week watering cycle, but remember that your watering should be based on the moisture left in the soil, which will depend partly on the moisture in the room and the weather outside. The soil ‘surface’‘ goes a bit deeper for larger pots; for example, a plant in a 14-inch diameter pot should dry out a couple of inches deep before you water it, while a plant in a 4-inch pot will only want to dry out in the top ½ inch or so of soil.
hardy
to		 55F
exposure Bright Indirect
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Planting Mix, In Pots: Potting Soil
fertilizing All Purpose
origin Senegal, Nigeria, Cameroon, Congo, Angola
california
native		 No
sunset
zones		 H2

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Growing Notes

All ficus respond well to pruning, allowing even very large ficus to be maintained at a modest size. They do exude white sap, often containing latex, so if you have a latex allergy avoid the sap.