It grows alongside the related white fig in the northern part of its range.

A large example can be seen north of Murwillumbah beside the old Pacific Highway,[1] not far from the state border with Queensland.

[2] Ovate lanceolate in shape, which contrasts to the broader leaves of the white fig.

The mature fig changes to a white, pinkish or brown colour with red spots, 10 mm in diameter, almost stalkless on the stem.

[2] Fruit ripe in Australia mostly June to August, or at all times during the year.

The figs eaten by a large variety of birds including Australasian figbird, green catbird, Lewin's honeyeater, topknot pigeon and pied currawong.

The marcotting technique of propagation is suited to Ficus virens var.