Ficus macrophylla (magnolioides)

Ficus macrophylla, or Ficus magnolioides, is a large, evergreen tree that originates from the Pacific Islands. The tree’s leaves are glabrous, very large, glossy and meaty. The strongly resemble the leaves of Magnolia grandiflora, which explains the sometimes-used name of “F. magnolioides.” Like all ficuses, the tree bears small fruits. These figs ripen yellow. They are small and not numerous. Because of its origin, Ficus macrophylla does not like cold weather and cannot withstand extreme cold conditions. It will not succeed in mountain or high-mountain areas. Similarly to Ficus benghalensis, it extends aerial roots that eventually connect to the ground and the main trunk and create the appearance of a thick, sculptural and very dramatic trunk. These roots also support the thick branches. Its ground roots are superficial and are very invasive. Once established, watering should be reduced to prevent overgrowth and a tendency for branches to break. Like with all ficuses, care must be taken to properly prune it to raise the crown and create a durable and strong structure.

Additional trees from the same family:
Ficus benjamina | Ficus microcarpa | Ficus sycomorus | Ficus carica | Ficus rubiginosa | Ficus macrophylla (magnolioides) | Ficus binnendijkii | Ficus religiosa | Ficus benghalensis | Ficus palmata | Ficus barteri Sprague | Ficus lyrata