Family Name: Moraceae

Synonyms: Ficus nitida 'Golden'

Common Name: Indian Laurel Fig

A variety of Malayan Banyan with golden-green leaves, Ficus microcarpa 'Golden' is commonly found along streetscapes as hedges or bonsai. It is also suitable for planting in parks and gardens.

CLASSIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS

Plant Division : Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Dicotyledon)

Plant Growth Form : Shrub, Tree

Lifespan (in Singapore) : Perennial

Mode of Nutrition : Autotrophic

Plant Shape : Rounded

Maximum Height : 12 m

Maximum Plant Spread / Crown Width : 10 m

PLANT CARE AND PROPAGATION

Light Preference : Full Sun

Water Preference : Moderate Water

Plant Growth Rate : Moderate

Propagation Method : Stem Cutting, Air-Layering