Moreton Bay Fig (Ficus macrophylla)

Family: Moraceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Ficus macrophylla is an evergreen Tree growing to 35 m (114ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). 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. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The fruit is 18 - 25mm in diameter. — The fruit is 18 - 25mm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Rainforests. (Zone 9)