Sandpaper Fig native grows in tropical and subtropical

grows in tropical and subtropical climates

The tree is deciduous so loses all of its leaves during winter time

but it deserves to be more widely cultivated as a home fruit

Grows 3-4m high or can be grown in pots which will reduce the height to 2m

Sandpaper Fig native grows in tropical and subtropicalThis small fig occurs along watercourses along the east coast of Australia. An attractive small tree with sandpapery leaves and edible fruit. Grows densely in full sun, less so in shade. Very good for stream bank stabilisation. Currently 50cms tall. Specifications of Fig Sandpaper Preferred ClimateSubtropical, Warm Temperate Grown FromSeedling Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions)2 5m Plants required to Pollinate1 (Self Pollinating) Can