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Ficus umbellata (Ficus umbellata)

Ficus umbellata, commonly known as the Fiddle Leaf Fig, is a popular houseplant prized for its large, violin-shaped leaves and upright growth habit.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light.

Watering

Water when topsoil is dry, allow drainage.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based mix with perlite or sand, is recommended to prevent waterlogging.

Temperature

Average room temperatures are suitable.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light.

Avoid direct sun.

Water

Water when topsoil is dry, allow drainage.

Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based mix with perlite or sand, is recommended to prevent waterlogging.

Temperature

Average room temperatures are suitable.

Avoid cold drafts.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub, Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot

Plant Environment

House Plant, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1.5-3 m

Spread

0.5-1.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Optimal Sunlight Lux

10000

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Synonyms
Ficus megalodisca Warb.
Ficus tuberculosa Welw. ex Hiern
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRosales
  • familyMoraceae
  • genusFicus
  • speciesFicus umbellata
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 2/5

Edible

No

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