Botanical Profile
Ficus virens is a large tropical to subtropical banyan-type tree in the Moraceae family known for its spreading canopy and aerial root development.
Scientific Name
Ficus virens Aiton (syn.: Ficus infectoria Roxb.)
Local Name
White Fig, Pilkhan, Ara Putih
Native Habitat
Native to South and Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, India, and Thailand. It grows naturally in tropical forests, riverbanks, and seasonal woodland habitats.
Germination Difficulty
Easy — seeds germinate readily under warm, moist conditions with adequate humidity.
Germination Timeframe
14–45 days depending on temperature and moisture levels.
Growing Condition
Prefers full sun to partial shade, well-draining fertile soil, moderate to high humidity, and temperatures between 22–34°C. Regular watering supports strong early growth.
Collector Significance
Highly valued for bonsai cultivation, shade tree potential, and its impressive banyan-style aerial root formation.
General Information
These seeds are rare and often hard to find online. Many available seeds have low viability due to long storage, but we provide fresh seeds with higher germination potential.
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