Moram

Ficus oxyphylla
Ficus oxyphylla is a popular ornamental plant, primarily cultivated as an indoor foliage plant. The following is information regarding the growth characteristics, propagation methods, cultivation methods, garden uses, and major pests and diseases, as well as control methods for Ficus oxyphylla.

Growth Characteristics
- Environmental Requirements: Ficus oxyphylla prefers bright indirect light and direct sunlight should be avoided. It grows stably indoors, and it is recommended to maintain a temperature of 18–24 degrees Celsius.
- Water Requirements: It is important to keep the soil slightly moist but avoid overwatering. Check that the soil is slightly dry before watering.
- Substrate: It is important to use a well-draining pot and soil.

Propagation Methods
- Cuttings: It can be propagated by stem cuttings. Select a healthy branch, cut it off, and plant it in water or substrate.
- Fruiting: In the wild, it can reproduce through flowers and fruit, but this is not common indoors. Cultivation Method
- Pot Selection: Choose a pot with good drainage, and it is recommended to place a layer of gravel at the bottom.
- Fertilizer: During the growing season in spring and summer, using a standard indoor plant fertilizer every 2 to 3 weeks is beneficial.
- Pruning: Pruning should be done in spring and summer, removing excessive leaves and branches only when necessary.

Use in the Garden
- While primarily grown indoors, it can be placed in a shaded garden outdoors when temperatures are warm.
- When growing outdoors, care must be taken to prevent the temperature from dropping too low.

Important Pests and Control Methods
- Diseases: Aphids, spider mites, and scale insects may occur. Inspect the leaves regularly and use fungicides if necessary.
- Control Methods: Insecticide soaps or natural pest control agents can be used. Wiping the leaves with water or spraying diluted insecticides is also an effective method.
- Other: Be careful of root rot caused by overwatering, so it is important to maintain appropriate moisture levels when watering. By utilizing this information, you will be able to grow Moram Oxyphila in a healthy and beautiful way.
Plant Family	Moraceae
Height	2~5m
Colors	green
Bloom Period	July~August
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	semi-shaded area
Freezing Resistance	-10°C
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