Ficus microcarpa Ficus microcarpa, also known as Chinese banyan, Malayan banyan, Indian laurel, curtain fig, or gajumaru (ガジュマル), is a tree in the fig family Moraceae. It is native in a range from China through tropical Asia and the Caroline Islands to Australia. 1 citronfikus tappar blad 2 Ficus Species: microcarpa Family: Moraceae Uses (Ethnobotany): Has been used medicinally in parts of Asia. Also used as shade tree and, for this reason, is frequently used as an indoor tree and in bonsai. Life Cycle: Perennial Woody Recommended Propagation Strategy: Stem Cutting Country Or Region Of Origin: tropical and subtropical Asia. 3 ficus microcarpa tappar blad 4 Ficus microcarpa is better known by many of its common names: Indian Laurel Fig, Chinese Banyan or Ficus Ginseng Tree. Part of the fig family, it is a tree millions of people see every day, as it is often grown as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens or in containers indoors as a part of Bonsai practices. 5 Ficus microcarpa is a small, easy bonsai often found in DIY and home furniture stores. Facts about Ficus microcarpa. Name – Ficus microcarpa Family – Moraceae (mulberry family) Type – indoor plant. Height – 16 to 40 inches ( to 1m) Soil – indoor plant mix, well drained. 6 How to Grow Ficus ginseng (Ficus microcarpa) – The Essentials: Botanical Name: Ficus microcarpa. Also Known As: Chinese banyan, Malayan banyan, curtain fig, ficus ginseng. Growing Difficulty: Easy to grow as far as bonsai go. Light Requirements: At least six hours of bright, indirect light. 7 citronfikus skötsel 8 Citronfikus är en fikusart inom gruppen banjanträd i familjen mullbärsväxter. 9 Det är framför allt rötterna som växer sig för stora för krukan, och i ett sådant läge är det dags att se till att hitta ett nytt hem för din fleråriga fikus. 10