Plant Families

FICUS NITIDA

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Ficus nitida, also known as the Indian Laurel or Chinese Banyan, is a dense, evergreen tree that features glossy, dark green leaves. It’s a popular choice for topiary and hedging due to its dense foliage and ability to withstand pruning, making it ideal for creating sculpted forms. This tree is native to Asia and is often used for ornamental purposes in landscapes, as well as in container planting.

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FICUS NITIDA

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CATEGORY – Topiary

UOM – Each

SAPLING DESCRIPTION

1.Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
2.Sapling Height – 6 to 12 inches
3.Watering – Keep soil moderately moist, ensuring it doesn’t become waterlogged
4.Sunlight – Bright, indirect sunlight or partial shade

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Easy
2.Full Plant Height – 15 to 30 feet (can be pruned for smaller sizes in topiary)
3.Leaves Color – Dark green, glossy, oval-shaped leaves
4.Flowers – Small and inconspicuous, usually not noticeable
5.Type – Ornamental tree or shrub; ideal for topiary and hedging
6.Feed – Balanced fertilizer every 4 to 6 weeks during the growing season
7.Watering – Regular; water when the top 1–2 inches of soil dry out
8.Soil – Well-draining, fertile loam or sandy loam
9.Sunlight – Prefers bright, indirect sunlight or partial shade
10.Suitable Temperature – 65°F–85°F (18°C–29°C); avoids cold weather or frost

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Choose a site with partial shade or bright, indirect sunlight.
2.Dig a hole twice the width and the same depth as the net pot.
3.Place the sapling (with net pot) into the hole.
4.Fill the hole with soil, making sure the base of the sapling is level with the surrounding ground.
5.Water thoroughly and mulch around the base to retain moisture.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Ficus nitida
2.Common names: Indian Laurel, Chinese Banyan, Laurel Fig
3.Hindi: फिकस निटिडा (Ficus Nitida)
4.Tamil: பைகஸ் நிடிடா (Paikas Nidida)
5.Telugu: ఫికస్ నిటిడా (Fikus Nitida)
6.Kannada: ಫಿಕಸ್ ನಿಟಿಡಾ (Ficus Nitida)
7.Marathi: फिकस निटिडा (Ficus Nitida)
8.Malayalam: ഫൈക്കസ് നിടിഡ (Ficus Nitida)