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Ficus Retusa

Ficus Retusa is listed botanically as Ficus retusa. It may also be listed as Bonsai. Small-leaved ficus commonly trained as bonsai. Ficus retusa prefers bright indirect light, warm stable temperatures, and a free-draining potting mix, with watering adjusted to how quickly the soil dries. PlotPal's canonical care record lists partial shade and moderate water needs. The current taxonomy reference places it in the genus Ficus and in the family Moraceae. PlotPal currently carries Ficus Retusa as an indoor growing and houseplant reference. Recorded garden roles include houseplant. Growing note: Keep in bright indirect light and rotate the plant regularly for even growth. Water thoroughly when the top layer of soil begins to dry, then let excess water drain. Prune actively growing shoots to maintain shape and avoid sudden cold drafts or major changes in light. Propagation or sowing note: Usually propagated from cuttings or grown from nursery stock Plant-health prevention note: Use a fast-draining bonsai mix, avoid leaving roots waterlogged, and provide airflow around dense foliage. Pest-prevention note: Inspect stems, leaf joints, and undersides often, particularly after moving plants indoors, and isolate new plants before placing them near a collection. Common pests in the reference include Scale insects, Spider mites, Mealybugs. Common plant-health issues in the reference include Root rot, Leaf spot. Use this guide as practical growing context, then adjust decisions to the actual weather, soil, container or bed, variety, and conditions in your garden.