Plants in family moraceae
Morus alba
Morus alba, commonly known as the white mulberry, is a fast-growing deciduous tree that produces edible mulberries and has a spreading crown. It is drought and frost tolerant, making it a resilient choice for various landscapes. This tree is often used as a shade tree or windbreak and attracts wildlife, including birds and insects. In autumn, its foliage turns shades of yellow, adding seasonal interest to gardens.
Ficus carica 'Violette De Bordeaux'
Ficus carica 'Violette De Bordeaux' is a compact fig tree renowned for its sweet, rich-flavored figs with purple-black skin and deep red flesh. It produces two crops annually and is self-pollinating, making it ideal for container culture. This fig tree is resistant to pests and diseases, thriving in full sun and warm climates.
Ficus carica 'Osborne Prolific'
Ficus carica 'Osborne Prolific' is a fig tree known for its very sweet, honey-like fruit with greenish-yellow skin and dark-amber flesh. It can grow between 15 to 25 feet tall and 12 to 15 feet wide, and can be pruned into a bush or tree form. This fig thrives in USDA zones 6-10, requiring full sun and well-drained soil, and is tolerant of poor soil conditions. It is partially self-fruitful but benefits from a pollination partner. The tree produces two harvests annually, one in May and another in October-November, and is low-maintenance, making it a great addition to any garden.
Ficus carica 'Excel'
Ficus carica 'Excel' is a yellow fig variety known for its large, sweet fruit with high sugar levels. It grows 15-20 feet in height and width and is partially self-pollinating. This fig tree is suitable for USDA zones 8 to 11 and requires full sun and well-drained soil. It is ideal for containers and edible landscaping.
Dorstenia zanzibarica
Dorstenia zanzibarica is a perennial succulent native to Zanzibar, Kenya, and Tanzania. It features an erect, leafy stem with tiny green or yellow triangular flowers. This fast-growing plant thrives in medium sun exposure and prefers a frost-free climate, making it suitable for indoor cultivation.
Artocarpus heterophyllus 'Orange Crush'
Artocarpus heterophyllus 'Orange Crush' is an evergreen tropical plant from the Fig family, known for its glossy, leathery leaves and reddish-orange blooms on the trunk. It produces large, spikey-rind fruit with orange flesh, yielding up to 100 pounds annually. This plant thrives in rich, fertile, well-drained soil and requires heat and humidity, making it suitable for container planting in tropical climates.
Maclura pomifera 'White Shield'
Maclura pomifera 'White Shield' is a versatile, thornless tree known for its glossy, heart-shaped leaves and vibrant golden-yellow fall foliage. This fruitless variety is ideal for use as a privacy screen or shade tree, reaching a mature size of 35 feet tall and wide. It is highly adaptable, thriving in USDA zones 4-9, and is tolerant of drought and harsh conditions. Its ability to handle various soil types makes it a hardy choice for diverse landscapes.
Ficus palmata 'Icebox'
Ficus palmata 'Icebox' is a Himalayan Punjab fig known for its large, bold leaves and small, purple-black fruit. It is a dieback perennial in colder climates, surviving temperatures as low as 7°F unprotected. This plant can reach 30 feet tall in warmer climates and is used for its medicinal properties.
Morus nigra
Morus nigra, known for its delicious black mulberries, is a naturally dwarf plant that produces soft, juicy fruits. It can bear multiple crops throughout the summer, with large berries ripening from July to September. This plant is perfect for those who enjoy fresh fruit and want a compact fruit-bearing tree in their garden. Its ability to produce multiple harvests makes it a valuable addition to any home orchard.
Dorstenia gigas
Dorstenia gigas is a succulent native to the Socotra Islands, known for its shrub-like tree form and green pillowed leaves. It features star-shaped blooms and grows up to 4 feet tall. This plant prefers well-draining soil and sunny spots.
Ficus gasparriniana var. laceratifolia
Ficus gasparriniana var. laceratifolia is a small upright shrub native to elevations from 1,500 to 6,000 feet in India to Thailand. It reaches 6 feet tall in 5 years and has dark green, oak-shaped leaves. This evergreen plant produces small, red, snow pea-sized fruit that is edible but not palatable.
Ficus microcarpa 'Moclame'
This plant has glossy oval leaves and is effective at filtering air pollution. It requires medium indirect sunlight, well-drained potting soil, and regular watering every 7-10 days, thriving in temperatures between 65-75°F and high humidity.
Morus rubra
Morus rubra is a fruit-bearing tree that produces raspberry-like berries, attracting wildlife to gardens. It features leaves that can vary in shape and turn yellow in the fall, adding seasonal interest. This tree is known for its rounded crown and ability to support local ecosystems.
Ficus carica 'Black Mission'
Ficus carica 'Black Mission' is a fig tree known for producing two harvests each year of sweet, purplish-black fruits with strawberry-colored flesh. This partially self-pollinating variety is faster to produce than many other figs and can be grown in containers or in the ground. 'Black Mission' requires well-drained soil and full sun, especially in colder zones, and has moderate moisture needs. It is deer and pest resistant, making it a hardy choice for various climates. This fig tree is high in fiber and nutrients, making it a healthy addition to any diet. It thrives in USDA Zones 7-10 and is well-suited for coastal areas. Pruning during dormancy encourages new growth and maintains its shape.
Ficus carica 'Panache'
Ficus carica 'Panache', also known as the Tiger Fig, is a self-fruiting tree that produces distinctive tiger-striped fruits. These fruits ripen by August or September and are known for their sweet flavor. The tree is compact, reaching 12-18 feet in height, and is hardy in USDA Zones 8-10. It requires full sun, regular watering, and at least 100 chill hours to thrive. This fig tree is adaptable to a wide range of soils, making it a versatile choice for fruit enthusiasts.
Ficus carica 'Desert King'
Ficus carica 'Desert King' is a fig tree with green skin and strawberry-colored flesh, known for its heavy fruit production. It is self-fruitful and ripens in mid-summer, requiring 100 chill hours. This cold-tolerant tree fruits on second-year growth and is hardy in USDA zones 5-9. Once established, it is drought tolerant and should be pruned in late winter.
Ficus microcarpa 'Golden Gate'
Ficus microcarpa 'Golden Gate' is a tropical evergreen houseplant with light green, fine-textured leaves and a twisted trunk. Known for its air-purifying qualities, it thrives in bright, indirect sunlight and requires careful watering to maintain moderate moisture levels.
Ficus benjamina 'Yellow Gem'
Ficus benjamina 'Yellow Gem' is a variegated plant with lime and chartreuse leaves that can grow up to nine feet tall. It prefers to be watered when almost dry, making it a low-maintenance choice for indoor spaces.
Ficus benjamina 'Midnight'
Ficus benjamina 'Midnight', commonly known as the weeping fig, is a popular houseplant with slender trunks and lush, glossy green leaves that cascade downward. It can grow up to 10 feet tall and thrives in bright, indirect light with added humidity. This plant is well-suited for indoor environments and is known for its air-purifying qualities.