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Ficus heterophylla (Ficus heterophylla)

Ficus heterophylla is a small, shrubby plant native to Southeast Asia, often grown as a houseplant for its attractive foliage.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost.

Temperature

Average room temperatures are suitable.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Avoid direct, harsh sunlight.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water when the top inch of soil is dry.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost.

Temperature

Average room temperatures are suitable.

Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature changes.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Ground

Plant Environment

House Plant, Indoor, Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.5-1 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Optimal Sunlight Lux

5000

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Synonyms
Ficus acutiloba Miq.
Ficus aquatica J.Koenig ex Willd.
Ficus biglandula Blume
Ficus cannabina Lour.
Ficus denticulata Vahl
Ficus elongata Miq.
Ficus panduriformis Miq.
Ficus repens Rottler
Ficus rufescens Vahl
Ficus scabrella Roxb.
Ficus subpanduriformis Miq.
Ficus torteana Miq.
Ficus truncata Vahl
Urostigma subpanduriforme Miq.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRosales
  • familyMoraceae
  • genusFicus
  • speciesFicus heterophylla
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 3/5

Edible

No

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