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Cuban Laurel

Ficus microcarpa 'Nitida'

• Common Name: Cuban Laurel
  
• Scientific Name: Ficus microcarpa 'Nitida'
  
• ​Family Name:  Moraceae
  
• Origin:  India, Malaysia
  
• Height:  40’
  
• Width:  40’
  
• Growth:  Medium
  
• Zone:  9 -12
  
• Light Needs:  Full sun to partial shade
  
• Salt Tolerance:  Good
  
• Soil/PH/Texture:  Sandy soil, acidic to high alkaline
  
• Soil Moisture:  Moist
  
• Drought Tolerance:  Good
  
• Pests/Diseases: Susceptible to thrip.
  
• Growing Conditions: Moderate
  
• Characteristics: Has a rounded dense crown with long dangling aerial roots. Considered invasive and can lift sidewalks and pavements. 
  
• Propagation: Seed.
  
• Wildlife: Does not attract wildlife.
  
• Facts:  Can be a shrub, tree, or vine.  A subtropical and tropical tree, it requires a warm climate and humidity.  This plant is used medically in India, China, Japan.
  
• Designer Considerations: Ornamental plant, shade tree, specimen, Bonsai. 
  

Cuban Laurel

Location

Pavilion, Walkways & Garden Areas