Tree Portfolio Strangler Fig (Ficus aurea) - Not Recommended

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Florida Native: |
Yes |
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Special interest: |
Ariel roots |
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Growth Rate: |
Rapid |
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Height at Maturity: |
60' |
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Width at Maturity: |
50'-90' |
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Grow Space: |
Large |
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Soil Requirements: |
All |
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Cold Hardiness: |
Tender |
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Evergreen/Deciduous: |
Evergreen |
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Salt Tolerance: |
Moderate |
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Drought Tolerance: |
High |
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Comments: |
Only native ficus in southwest Florida. This plant should remain in the woods as its size, fruit and cold tenderness make it unsuitable for urban use in our area. |
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Uses: |
Wildlife, reforestation (Keys only) |
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Maintenance: |
$$$ | |