Name: Ficus carica

Origin: Southwest Asia and the eastern Mediterranean

Common Name: Common Fig

Growth Habit: Fast-growing

Climate: Warm temperate or subtropical climates

Soil: Well-drained, organically-rich soils

Flower: Greenish-yellow to pale pink

Special/Unique Characteristics: Unlike most trees, fig blossoms grow inside the fruit rather than on the branches. These tiny internal flowers produce the crunchy edible seeds that give figs their signature texture. Figs ripen naturally on the tree and are often partially dried before harvest, enhancing their sweetness and flavor