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Ficus petiolaris - Rock Fig


Ficus petiolaris - Rock Fig (Ficus petiolaris)

This is another Ficus that is widely grown for its drought tolerance.
This tree is Balboa Park, San Diego, CA.



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This tree is trimmed drastically every year. It can grow to at least 50 feet if left untrimmed.

18 Sep, 2008

 

Thanks for making the pictures even more interesting with the extra comments you add.

18 Sep, 2008

 

I like the shape of the leaves of this tree.
Delonix:
Is that your house in the back?

7 Mar, 2009

 

Aleyna:

This is a group of little international houses in Balboa Park. I believe this little house is The House of Puerto Rico.

8 Mar, 2009



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