Fig tree
The common fig, Ficus carica, is a fruiting tree or large shrub in the mulberry family, Moraceae. Closely associated with Mediterranean landscapes, it often has a spreading outline and large, divided leaves. Its character comes as much from its foliage as from its figs. Depending on the variety and conditions, it can form a small branching plant or a larger tree with a crown that creates a sense of shade and coolness.The deciduous leaves have lobes of varying depth and a fairly thick texture. Their shape differs between varieties and sometimes on the same tree. The branching structure becomes prominent when the leaves fall. The plant's tissues contain a whitish latex, a characteristic feature of figs. Broad leaves and expressive branches help explain its popularity as an ornamental specimen as well as a fruit tree.The fig has an unusual botanical structure. It develops from a fleshy receptacle enclosing numerous tiny…
