The East Indian fig tree, or banyan, is sacred in India, and interwoven with Indian mythology. In ancient Greece, dried figs were a major part of the daily diet of rich and poor.

The Indian fig tree, or banyan, is sacred in India, and interwoven with Indian mythology. In ancient Greece, dried figs were a major part of the daily diet of rich and poor.

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When the sugar is dissolved, add the figs, lemon juice and zest; simmer on low for 1-2 hours or until figs are translucent. Remove from heat and let stand overnight.

The fig tree, Ficus ruminalis, was named after the goddess Rumina and was believed by the Romans to be powerful enough to avert lightning. The fruit is rumored to have been Cleopatra’s favorite.

Pat Morgan of Westlake Village wrote to the SoCal Garden Clinic to ask: My fig tree was started from a cutting three years ago and was recently transplanted to our atrium.