Ficus microcarpa

Chinese Banyan

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Tropical evergreen shrub renowned for bonsai cultivation, featuring glossy dark green leaves and aerial roots. Thrives in bright light with consistent moisture.
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Plant Details

Common Name Chinese Banyan
Family Moraceae
Genus Ficus
Species Microcarpa
Origin Southeast Asia
Blooming Rare indoors, produces small figs in summer with perfect care
Leaf Color Dark green glossy
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining acidic mix (Akadama, pumice, lava rock) or peat with perlite

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Watering

Keep soil evenly moist during growing season; reduce watering in winter dormancy; avoid waterlogging

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect to direct sun; requires high light for dense foliage and color retention

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks from April to September; reduce frequency in autumn

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Pruning

Regular pruning and pinching essential for bonsai shape; remove dead foliage immediately

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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