Native plant guide: Australian Native

Sandpaper fig

Ficus opposita
Sandpaper Fig; Credit: Greg Tasney

Sandpaper Fig; Credit: Greg Tasney

Sandpaper Fig; Credit: Greg Tasney

Plant Description:

An upright and wide shrub or small tree with sandpapery leaves. Green fruit ripen to dark purple. Grows in a variety of soils including sand. Can be pruned to keep at a lower height, smaller width or to from into a tree shape. Would be a perfect feature in a garden.

Special features: Sandpapery leaves, dark purple fruit

Fauna attractant: Wasps, birds

More information: https://www.somemagneticislandplants.com.au/sandpaper-fig

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