Description
Ficus salicifolia
Also known as Athab Athab tree Zaraf or Thu bah
Commonly called Um Sisi
A wild evergreen tree
Belongs to the Moraceae family
Grows in the Hijaz Mountains and Tihama Asir
Prefers rocky areas
Grows near water streams
Rarely exceeds 10 meters in height
Found in Najd at smaller size
Distributed from South Africa and Botswana
To the Arabian Peninsula and Egypt
Also present in Socotra Island and Algeria
Tolerates harsh conditions
Suitable for central Arabian environments
Has dense shade
Young leaves are bright red
Appear like flowers from a distance
Used for landscaping
Acts as a good windbreak
Beautiful leaf color
Care Requirements
Low maintenance tree
Does not need much care
Water daily in summer
Water 2 to 3 times per week in winter
Fertilize twice a year
Can be pruned and shaped
Or left to grow naturally
Natural shape is most attractive
Propagation
Propagated by seeds
By cuttings
Or by air layering
