Ficus aurea, commonly known as the Florida strangler fig (or simply strangler fig), golden fig, or higuerón, [4] is a tree in the family Moraceae that is native to the U.S. state of Florida, the …

Scientific name: Ficus aurea. Pronunciation: FYE-kuss AR-ee-uh. Common name(s): strangler fig, golden fig. Family: Moraceae. USDA hardiness zones: 10B through 11 (Figure 1) Origin: …

Ficus aurea (Strangler Fig) is a massive evergreen tree with a dense spreading canopy of large, bright green leaves and often interesting multi-stemmed trunks. Usually starting out as an …

Ficus aurea is found in the Florida Keys and southernmost mainland Florida, the West Indies, Mexico, Central America, and northern South America. It grows in tropical hardwood …

Blooms and fruits throughout the year but fruits most abundant in spring. This is a large tree best used in settings where its form can be appreciated. It is both a specimen tree and and shade …

Ficus aurea, commonly known as the Florida strangler fig (or simply strangler fig), golden fig, or higuerón, is a tree in the family Moraceae that is native to the U.S. state of Florida, the …

Scientific name: Ficus aurea Pronunciation: FYE-kuss AR-ee-uh Common name(s): Strangler Fig, Golden Fig Family: Moraceae USDA hardiness zones: 10B through 11 (Fig. 2) Origin: native to …

Jan 5, 2020 · The strangler fig, or Ficus aurea, is one of the most interesting trees in a North American Everglades tropical hardwood hammock. Strangler figs, sometimes called golden fig …

Mar 14, 2025 · There are at least 10 species of Ficus in the state, only two of which are native. Ficus aurea is frequently found growing in the hammocks and borders of mangrove swamps in …

Oct 13, 2024 · Ficus aurea is a tree with a wide, spreading crown; it can grow up to 20 metres tall