Indian Laurel (Ficus microcarpa)
Indian Laurel, also known as Chinese banyan, Malayan Banyan, Glossy-Leaf Fig
The Indian Laurel (Ficus microcarpa), a fig tree native to China, draws fig wasps for pollination. In various East Asian traditions, this tree is regarded as a gathering spot for spirits.
Key Facts About Indian Laurel
Attributes of Indian Laurel
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
15 m to 25 m
Spread
11 m to 12 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Green
Scientific Classification of Indian Laurel
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Roses, elms, figs, and allies
Family
Mulberry
Genus
Fig trees
Species
Indian Laurel
Toxicity
Ingestion, skin contact