{"product_id":"ficus-petiolaris-rare-plant","title":"Ficus Petiolaris","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFicus Petiolaris\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"498\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"110\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seedlingsindia.in\/products\/ficus-petiolaris?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=Ficus+Petiolaris\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\" target=\"_self\" title=\"\"\u003eFicus petiolaris\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"146\"\u003eRock Fig\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"167\"\u003ePetiolate Fig\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a remarkable caudiciform tree native to \u003cstrong data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"222\"\u003eMexico\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1b9tx6d\" data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"519\"\u003eKey Features: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seedlingsindia.com\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFicus Petiolaris\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vtzk7x\" data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"584\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"538\"\u003eGrowth Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous to semi-evergreen caudiciform tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16lbn8e\" data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"686\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"598\"\u003eCaudex:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick, water-storing base that enlarges with age, especially in container-grown plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ohmrk0\" data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"771\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"699\"\u003eTrunk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth grey bark that gradually develops character as the tree matures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8fv14k\" data-start=\"772\" data-end=\"880\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, heart-shaped green leaves with distinctive red or pink veins and long reddish petioles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8dx4uv\" data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"996\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"894\"\u003eFruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, round figs that ripen from green to reddish-purple and attract birds in their natural habitat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vw2k40\" data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can reach \u003cstrong data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003e6–10 meters (20–33 feet)\u003c\/strong\u003e in nature but remains compact when grown in containers or as bonsai.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"19eu1op\" data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003eCaudex Pattern\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003eYoung plants develop a rounded, swollen base that gradually becomes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1110b90\" data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003eThick and woody\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ji9008\" data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eButtressed with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1aso6ww\" data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003eHighly sculptural, making it ideal for bonsai and caudiciform displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003eExposing part of the caudex above the soil enhances its ornamental appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"178tzc4\" data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1549\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003ebright light to full sun\u003c\/strong\u003e. Adequate sunlight encourages compact growth and vibrant leaf coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003eUse a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003ewell-draining mix\u003c\/strong\u003e containing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1679\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19n743m\" data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003e50% cactus or bonsai mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"u65tdv\" data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003e25% pumice or perlite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xvpk7i\" data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1679\"\u003e25% coarse sand or grit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1696\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1846\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12mjsrw\" data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003eWater thoroughly during active growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"h7i89y\" data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003eAllow the top layer of soil to dry before watering again.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1zexmb\" data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1846\"\u003eReduce watering slightly during cooler months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1866\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1864\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"iv85qh\" data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003eIdeal range: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003e18–35°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"frclhu\" data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003eProtect from frost and temperatures below \u003cstrong data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003e10°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"9j55m2\" data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003eGrowth Cycle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"2174\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ppw41v\" data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003eSpring–Summer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active growth with abundant new leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l8b3pr\" data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2033\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003eAutumn:\u003c\/strong\u003e Growth slows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ene8pn\" data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2174\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2061\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e May partially or completely shed leaves in cooler conditions before producing fresh growth in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"o822tq\" data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2192\"\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2455\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"swhair\" data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2260\"\u003eGrow in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003eshallow bonsai or clay pot\u003c\/strong\u003e with excellent drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4evkte\" data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2331\"\u003ePrune regularly to maintain a compact shape and encourage branching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gb714m\" data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2400\"\u003eFeed monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gnuypy\" data-start=\"2401\" data-end=\"2455\"\u003eRepot every 2–3 years to refresh the growing medium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1c84grx\" data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2475\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2643\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1e5lt3a\" data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2525\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2478\" data-end=\"2488\"\u003eSeeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produce the best caudex development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19hh5cf\" data-start=\"2526\" data-end=\"2643\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2546\"\u003eStem cuttings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Root readily but generally do not develop the pronounced swollen base seen in seed-grown plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"aqcjfg\" data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2656\"\u003eUses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2657\" data-end=\"2808\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gady34\" data-start=\"2657\" data-end=\"2689\"\u003eExcellent \u003cstrong data-start=\"2669\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003ebonsai specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli 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