Jari
Ficus virens
📖 About this plant
Ficus virens (white fig or ‘Jari’ in Odia, also called Pakar) is a large deciduous tree of the Moraceae family. The tree bears large ovate leaves and produces clusters of figs that ripen from green to red. Figs are eaten by birds and bats, making the tree a keystone species for wildlife. Wood is used for fuelwood and small construction. The tree is extensively planted as an avenue tree.
🧑🌾 Care requirements
Full sun
Regular; moderately drought-tolerant
Moderate
15-38°C
Well-draining loam
Compost annually
🌐 Common Names
📋 Plant facts
- 🌍 Origin
- Indian Subcontinent
- 📏 Max height
- 10-20 m
- 📐 Spread
- 4-6 m
- 🕰️ Bloom time
- Spring
- 🎨 Bloom color
- White-yellow
- 🍃 Foliage color
- Green
- ⏳ Lifespan
- 40+ years
- 📈 Growth rate
- Moderate
- ☠️ Toxicity
- Non-toxic
- 🌱 Propagation
- Seeds
🛡️ Health & Safety
Non-toxic
Common issues
- Leaf spot
- caterpillar defoliation
💡 Care tips
- Plant in well-draining soil with appropriate light.
- Tolerates Indian tropical conditions.