Sandpaper Fig (Ficus coronata)

Family: Moraceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Ficus coronata is a TREE growing to 12 m (39ft) by 4 m (13ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweet fruit said to be the best tasting Australian fig (tuckerbush. — Edible and palatable fruit 2cm in size eaten fresh (remove the furry skin) or dried that is green when unfertilised, and darkening to a purple/black when mature.; Fruits ripen from January to June.; Use cooked in cakes, pies, biscuits, jellies, jams or sauces.; A very sweet fruit said to be the best tasting Australian fig (tuckerbush.com.au).

Habitat & North American Range

In or near rainforests by the coast and adjoining plateaux. Found in a wide range of habitats, including gullies, creeks, rainforests, open country and sheltered rocky areas (tooheyforesteec.eq.edu.au). (Zone 8)