Ficus Moclame, Ficus Microcarpa Plant

Ficus Moclame, Ficus Microcarpa Plant

Ficus Moclame is an easy-growing plant ficus plant native to Tropical Asia. An elegant, slim, and low-maintenance plant. Moreover, it thrives in indirect light. However, it also prefers direct sunlight. The plant responds well to trimming. Usually, they are grown as ornamental hedges. It is a very popular houseplant and can tolerate a wide range of indoor conditions. You can grow it on your desk or anywhere inside or outside your home.

• Ficus Moclame can purify the air inside your home.
• You can grow it anywhere inside or outside your home, and it is highly versatile.
• Their barks, leaves, and roots can treat pain and fever in traditional medicine.
• They are also used to treat malaria, flu, bronchitis, and rheumatism in China.
• It produces Stunning colors that give a great look to your home.
• You can grow it in your garden outside or indoors in a pot.
• They can also suck up particles of smoke and, similarly, reduces indoor air pollutants and toxic Lead.
• In addition, they also have antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-diabetic properties.

Planting And Care

  Sunlight

• Keep the plant indoor or outdoor with bright light.
• Protect the Ficus from harsh sunlight as it can cause damage to the foliage.

  Soil

• The soil should be well-drained and fertile for growing Ficus.

  Watering

• Water the plant when the topsoil (2-3 inches) in the pot feels dry to touch.
• Do not ever overwater the plant.
• Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in the winter and rainy seasons.

  Application of Fertilizer

• During summer feed the Ficus with organic fertilizer once a month.
• Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake nutrients and moisture easily.

  Pruning

• Regular pruning is necessary to retain the tree shape. Prune back to 2 leaves after 6-8 leaves have grown. The tree should only be pruned during periods of active growth.

  Re-potting

• When a plant outgrows in current pot, re-pot with fresh potting soil and some fertilizer.
• Do the re-potting late evening and keep the plant in a shady area for 2 to 3 days and then move the plant in its suitable climatic condition.

  Plant Protection

• Remove dead, infected, or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.
• For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil, or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment