Outdoor · Full sun
Pilkhan or White Fig Tree
AED 450each
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- AED 450
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About this plant
Pilkhan or White Fig Tree suits outdoor spots with full sun. Listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, dogs and horses, so keep it away from pets.
Suits large gardens in full sun with room to spread, a fast-growing shade tree with glossy leaves and pinkish new growth.
Pilkhan, also called white fig or Java fig, is a large, fast-growing fig tree with a broad, spreading crown of glossy, pointed leaves. New leaves emerge in a soft pink to bronze before turning green. Ficus virens, sometimes sold as Ficus infectoria, is native to South and Southeast Asia and northern Australia and is a well-known shade tree in Pakistan and India.
It handles Dubai's heat and sun well and grows quickly with regular deep watering, giving dense shade within a few years. It can drop leaves briefly before new growth. Like most figs, it has strong, spreading roots, so it needs space away from walls, pools and pipes. It is an outdoor tree only.
Pilkhan suits large villa gardens, farms, parks and compounds where a broad shade tree is wanted. We offer it as a single established tree.
- Watering
- Every 2–3 days in summer while young, then every 5–7 days once established; less in winter
Why people love it
- A fast-growing spreading tree gives deep, wide shade.
- Spreading branches carry glossy leaves through full summer sun.
- It makes a strong shade tree for big plots.
- It stays evergreen or semi-evergreen through the year.
Light
Full sun
AC
Keep it 1 metre from vents
Pets
Listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (listed at genus level as Ficus sp., with proteolytic enzyme (ficin) and psoralen (ficusin); can cause stomach and skin irritation).
Worth knowing
- The ASPCA lists figs as toxic to cats, dogs and horses.
- Aerial roots drop from branches and push against paving.
- Torn leaves release sap that burns the eyes.
- The wide crown suits only a big plot or park.
Why Green Beetle, not a nursery
What changes when you buy here instead of collecting from a nursery.
| Compare | Plant Nursery | Green Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Plant quality | Grown outdoors, stressed indoors | Acclimatized for Dubai interiors |
| Before dispatch | Not checked | Checked for damage |
| Delivery | You collect | Delivered, packed properly |
| After-care | None | WhatsApp help from our team |
Care guide for Dubai homes
How to keep Pilkhan or White Fig Tree healthy through the Dubai year.
Light
Full sun. Keep it out of harsh direct afternoon sun in summer.
Watering
Every 2–3 days in summer while young, then every 5–7 days once established; less in winter. Water when the top 2 to 3 cm of soil feels dry, empty the saucer afterwards, and check the soil before you water: AC slows how fast the plant uses water.
Care notes
Soil: deep, well-draining loamy or sandy soil. Feeding: a balanced fertilizer in spring and late summer. Common mistake: planting it close to buildings, pools or pipes, where its spreading roots cause damage. Where it works: large villa gardens, farms, parks and compounds.
AC and air flow
Keep it at least 1 metre from AC vents. Cold air blowing straight onto the leaves dries the edges.
Cleaning the leaves
Dust settles quickly in Dubai homes. Wipe the leaves with a damp cloth every few weeks so they keep taking in light.
Feeding and repotting
Feed once a month from March to October. Repot every 2 years into a pot one size up, or book a Plant Doctor visit and we do it for you.
Pets
Listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats, dogs and horses (listed at genus level as Ficus sp., with proteolytic enzyme (ficin) and psoralen (ficusin); can cause stomach and skin irritation).
Need help later on?
Book a Plant Doctor visit: our team checks the plant, changes the soil, feeds, prunes and cleans it, and shows you how to keep it healthy.
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Pilkhan or White Fig Tree FAQs
Does pilkhan grow well in Dubai?
Yes. It handles heat and full sun and grows quickly with regular deep watering.
How much space does it need?
It becomes a large, spreading tree, so plant it at least 6–8 m from buildings, pools and pipes.
Why is it dropping leaves?
It can shed leaves briefly before a flush of new growth, which is normal.
Is the white fig toxic to pets?
The ASPCA lists Ficus species as toxic to cats, dogs and horses; the sap can cause stomach and skin irritation.
Questions about Pilkhan or White Fig Tree?
Talk to our team on WhatsApp. Need 10 or more for an office, hotel or restaurant? We install and maintain them too, with one written quote.