Ficus macrophylla, better known as the Moreton Bay fig, is famous for its enormous size, spreading branches and dramatic aerial roots. Cádiz is home to some particularly impressive examples, including the huge trees beside the former Hospital de Mora near La Caleta.
Their size is remarkable, but the story behind Cádiz’s famous figs is perhaps even more interesting.
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