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Socotra Fig

Dorstenia gigas, Moraceae

Zones
10–12
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerGround CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Low (fruiting)Low (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Socotra Desert RoseAdenium socotranum
Nurse PlantWind Protection
Narrow-angled CereusCereus stenogonus
Nurse PlantShade Provision
Dwarf Chin CactusBlossfeldia liliputana
Shade ProvisionNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Suarez BaobabAdansonia suarezensis

Both succulent trees compete for limited space and resources in arid island environments

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlLiving SculptureDrought DemonstrationMedicinal Plant

Edible Parts

Fruits

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Wound HealingSkin Conditions

Common Questions

What zones does Socotra Fig grow in?

Socotra Fig grows in USDA hardiness zones 10 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Socotra Fig?

Good companions for Socotra Fig include Socotra Desert Rose, Narrow-angled Cereus, Dwarf Chin Cactus.

Design guilds with Socotra Fig and see companion relationships visually.

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