Re: Ficus macrophylla / Moreton Bay Fig

A forest tree that was found in Queensland was said to be more than 300
years old. Don't know if the same is true out of its orbit so to speak.
There is some question as to whether they do live to around 500 years or if
they fall over and 'layer' themselves into new life, or 're-buttress'
themselves with airial roots. Falling branches in parks tends to lead to
people calling for them to be removed, although their ability to suck up
water seems to be a bigger problem. Love them myself for their ability to
support a large population of animal residents. Sort of like a huge hotel
complex complete with bar and grill.

Margaret Healey
Near Ballarat
Victoria Australia

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jason D" <jjuania@yahoo.com>
To: <asmrichards@hotmail.com>; <medit-plants@ucdavis.edu>
Sent: Tuesday, March 11, 2008 8:01 PM
Subject: Re: Ficus macrophylla / Moreton Bay Fig


> One in Santa Barbara was planted in the 1870s and is still going strong.
>
> ----- Original Message ----
> From: Alison Richards <asmrichards@hotmail.com>
> To: medit-plants@ucdavis.edu
> Sent: Monday, March 10, 2008 12:31:17 PM
> Subject: Ficus macrophylla / Moreton Bay Fig
>
>
> Dear All,
>
> Can anyone tell me the life expectancy of the Moreton Bay Fig?
>
> We have some about 110 years old growing in Sicily the branches
> of which need to be cut back, and I'm wondering how they will respond.
> They appear to be in good health
>
> One lost a big branch a couple of years ago, when another tree crashed
into it during a
> storm and has regenerated well, so I'm hoping they will take on a new
lease of life,
> but I would love to know how long they are likely to live.
>
> many thanks
>
> Alison
>
> Alison Richards
>
>
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