Description
Origin
The Ficus cyathistipula originally comes from the tropical regions of Africa, specifically from the central and western parts. This plant, which can be found in many different habitats, notably populates tropical forests, mangroves, and areas near rivers. Also known as the African fig tree, this species is an important part of African flora.
Characteristics
The Ficus cyathistipula is a shrub or small evergreen tree that can reach up to 12 meters tall. The characteristics of this ficus are the elliptic to oval leaves that are brilliantly green and can grow up to 18 cm long. The plant produces what are called figs, which are actually flowers encapsulated in a protective structure. These are small, round, and grow in pairs. They start green but turn red as they mature.
Care
The Ficus cyathistipula requires a warm environment and does not tolerate temperatures below 15°C well. The plant needs well-drained soil and requires regular watering, especially during the growing period. Although the plant likes light, direct sunlight should be avoided as it can damage the leaves. The plant can be grown indoors or outdoors but must be moved indoors when the temperature begins to drop.
