 Ficus obliqua is an elegant shade tree for parks or fields , and is adaptable to differing soils . A notable specimen in Mick Ryan Park , Milton on the New South Wales south coast stands 14 m ( 46 ft ) tall and 38 m ( 125 ft ) across , and is a local landmark . Like other fig species that grow into large trees , Ficus obliqua is not suitable for any but the largest gardens as its aggressive root system invades drains and garden beds . Fig trees also drop large quantities of fruit and leaves , leaving a mess underfoot . Although it is much less used in bonsai than F. rubiginosa , F. obliqua is well @-@ suited for use in the medium ; its small leaves and trunk 's propensity to thicken give it attributes optimal for a tree 10 – 80 cm ( 3 @.@ 9 – 31 @.@ 5 in ) in height . It is seen in bonsai nurseries mainly in the Brisbane area , where it is a locally common species , and is very highly regarded by at least one proponent , Bradley Barlow . Barlow entered a specimen from Brisbane to the Bonsai Clubs International competition in 2006 , winning a prize . It is also suited for use as an indoor plant in low- , medium- or brightly lit indoor spaces . The timber is too soft for use in woodworking . 
