CATEGORY – Potted House Plant

UOM – Each

SAPLING DESCRIPTION

1.Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
2.Sapling Height – 6 to 10 inches
3.Watering – Moderate; water when the topsoil begins to dry
4.Sunlight – Bright, indirect light or partial shade

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Moderate
2.Full Plant Height – 2 to 4 feet
3.Leaves Color – Dark green, small, oval-shaped leaves
4.Flowers – Insignificant; not commonly noticed
5.Fruits – Tiny figs in optimal conditions (not typical indoors)
6.Type – Indoor foliage/Bonsai-type plant
7.Feed – Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer
8.Watering – Keep soil moist but not soggy; reduce watering in winter
9.Soil – Well-draining bonsai or potting mix
10.Sunlight – Prefers filtered light; avoid harsh midday sun
11.Suitable Temperature – 16°C to 28°C

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Use a bonsai or small decorative pot with good drainage.
2.Add well-draining soil up to half the pot.
3.Place the sapling and cover the roots with more soil, pressing gently.
4.Water thoroughly and let excess drain out.
5.Keep in a semi-shaded spot indoors with good air circulation.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Ficus diversifolia
2.Common names: Bonsai Fig, Dwarf Ficus
3.Hindi: बोन्साई अंजीर
4.Tamil: குட்டை அத்தி
5.Telugu: బోన్సాయ్ అంజీరా
6.Kannada: ಬೋನ್ಸಾಯಿ ಅಂಜೂರ
7.Marathi: बोन्साय अंजीर
8.Malayalam: ബോൺസായ് അത്തി