Ficus Longifolia (Sabre Tooth Fig)
Ficus Longifolia (Sabre Tooth Fig)
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Ficus Longifolia, commonly known as the Sabre Tooth Fig, is a striking evergreen tropical tree admired for its long, narrow, glossy green leaves that create a graceful, architectural appearance. Its elegant foliage and naturally upright growth habit make it an exceptional feature plant for tropical and subtropical landscapes, while younger specimens are also well suited to large indoor spaces and patios. The distinctive foliage adds texture and lush greenery year-round, making it a popular choice for contemporary gardens and interior styling.
Easy to grow and relatively low maintenance, Sabre Tooth Fig thrives in bright, warm conditions with well-drained soil. It responds well to pruning, allowing it to be maintained as a compact specimen or encouraged to develop into an impressive shade tree. Whether used as a statement plant indoors, a feature tree in the garden, or as part of a tropical planting scheme, this elegant fig provides timeless beauty and year-round ornamental appeal.
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Mature height
6–12 m outdoors (typically 1.5–3 m indoors or in containers)
Mature width
3–6 m outdoors
Spacing
3–5 m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Glossy deep green, long narrow foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Inconspicuous flowers enclosed within small fig fruits
Sun tolerance
Bright Indirect Light to Full Sun (outdoors once established)
Maintenance
Low; water regularly during establishment, allowing the soil surface to dry slightly between waterings. Prune to maintain shape and size. Protect from frost and grow in well-drained soil.
Root System
Vigorous, spreading root system that becomes extensive when planted in the ground. Plant well away from buildings, pipes, and paved surfaces. In containers, roots remain more restricted with regular repotting and root pruning.