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Ficus lyrata
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Ficus lyrata

Fiddle Leaf Fig

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Popular indoor tree with large, violin-shaped dark green leaves and prominent veining. Requires bright indirect light and stable conditions.
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Plant Details

Common Name Fiddle Leaf Fig
Family Moraceae
Genus Ficus
Species Lyrata
Origin West Africa
Blooming Rarely flowers indoors, small inconspicuous flowers in mature outdoor specimens
Leaf Color Dark green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining potting mix with peat and perlite or pumice for aeration

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Watering

Water when top 2-3cm soil is dry; susceptible to root rot from overwatering and leaf drop from underwatering

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light; avoid direct scorching sun which burns leaves, rotate regularly for symmetry

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer growing season only

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Pruning

Remove damaged or yellow leaves immediately; handle sap with care as it causes irritation

Pest Control Fungus Gnat Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
61° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 50%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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