# Ficus Petiolaris

## **Ficus Petiolaris**

**[Ficus petiolaris](https://seedlingsindia.in/products/ficus-petiolaris?_pos=1&_psq=Ficus+Petiolaris&_ss=e&_v=1.0)**, commonly known as the **Rock Fig** or **Petiolate Fig**, is a remarkable caudiciform tree native to **Mexico**. It is admired for its swollen trunk, striking heart-shaped leaves with vibrant red veins, and exceptional adaptability as a bonsai specimen. Its unique combination of ornamental foliage and sculptural form makes it a favorite among collectors of rare and caudiciform plants.

### Key Features: [Ficus Petiolaris](https://seedlingsindia.com)

-   **Growth Type:** Deciduous to semi-evergreen caudiciform tree.
-   **Caudex:** Thick, water-storing base that enlarges with age, especially in container-grown plants.
-   **Trunk:** Smooth grey bark that gradually develops character as the tree matures.
-   **Leaves:** Large, heart-shaped green leaves with distinctive red or pink veins and long reddish petioles.
-   **Fruits:** Small, round figs that ripen from green to reddish-purple and attract birds in their natural habitat.
-   **Size:** Can reach **6–10 meters (20–33 feet)** in nature but remains compact when grown in containers or as bonsai.

### Caudex Pattern

Young plants develop a rounded, swollen base that gradually becomes:

-   Thick and woody
-   Buttressed with age
-   Highly sculptural, making it ideal for bonsai and caudiciform displays

Exposing part of the caudex above the soil enhances its ornamental appeal.

### Growing Conditions

**Light:**  
Prefers **bright light to full sun**. Adequate sunlight encourages compact growth and vibrant leaf coloration.

**Soil:**  
Use a **well-draining mix** containing:

-   50% cactus or bonsai mix
-   25% pumice or perlite
-   25% coarse sand or grit

**Watering:**

-   Water thoroughly during active growth.
-   Allow the top layer of soil to dry before watering again.
-   Reduce watering slightly during cooler months.

**Temperature:**

-   Ideal range: **18–35°C**.
-   Protect from frost and temperatures below **10°C**.

### Growth Cycle

-   **Spring–Summer:** Active growth with abundant new leaves.
-   **Autumn:** Growth slows.
-   **Winter:** May partially or completely shed leaves in cooler conditions before producing fresh growth in spring.

### Care Tips

-   Grow in a **shallow bonsai or clay pot** with excellent drainage.
-   Prune regularly to maintain a compact shape and encourage branching.
-   Feed monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
-   Repot every 2–3 years to refresh the growing medium.

### Propagation

-   **Seeds:** Produce the best caudex development.
-   **Stem cuttings:** Root readily but generally do not develop the pronounced swollen base seen in seed-grown plants.

### Uses

-   Excellent **bonsai specimen**.
-   Ideal for **caudiciform collections**.
-   Attractive container plant for patios, balconies, and bright indoor spaces.

## Details

- **Price:** 2200.0 INR
- **Vendor:** Seedlings India
- **Type:** Caudiciforms
- **Tags:** caudex, caudex plant, caudiciform, collector, ficus, Ficus Petiolaris, rare, rare plants, rock fig, succulent

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 2200.00 INR | In stock |

## Images

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- Rare succulent plant with bulbous base and green leaves in black pot, measured with ruler for scale.
- Rare succulent plant with bulbous base and green leaves in black pot, ideal for collectors
- Rare succulent with bulbous base in black pot, ideal for collectors

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> Updated: 2026-06-30