Common Names |
Rock Fig, Petiole Fig, Mexican Rock Fig |
Family |
Moraceae (Fig Family) |
Origin |
Mexico, Baja California |
Plant Type |
Tropical/Subtropical Fruit Tree |
Life Cycle |
Perennial |
Food Forest Layer |
Low Tree / Shrub Layer |
Mature Size |
6–15 ft tall (can grow larger in ground) |
Light |
Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Needs |
Low; drought-tolerant once established |
Harvest Season |
Summer to Fall (depending on climate) |
Time to Fruit |
2–4 years from planting |
Self-Fertile |
Yes |
Growth Rate |
Slow to Moderate |
Zones |
USDA Zones 9–11 |
Florida Native |
No |
Propagation |
Cuttings, Seeds |
Seasonal Characteristics |
Semi-deciduous; drops leaves in dry seasons |