Blue Mexican Fig- Ficus petiolaris

• Other common name is rock fig.
• Usually between 18-27 ft. tall.
• Occasionally harvested for medicinal purposes as well as timber, gum, and fiber.
• Native to Mexico.
• It is commonly found growing in rocky areas.
• Depends on a specific type of wasp to pollinate in order to keep breeding.
• Strong roots have been used by natives in making suspension bridges.
  

​     (Source: UTP, 2014)