Ficus Lyrata Fiddle Leaf Fig

• Botanical Name: Ficus Lyrata

• Common Name(s): Fiddle-leaf Fig

• Description: Native to tropical western Africa, Ficus Lyrata, commonly known as the fiddle-leaf fig, has very large green leaves with a leather-like texture. Although Ficus Lyrata grows naturally in lowland tropical forests it can thrive in a large range of environments. Place in bright indirect sunlight, on the ground where it can grow up to 6' tall. Keep soil moist. Toxic to pets if ingested.

Care:

• Light: Fiddle Leaf Fig plants like bright filtered light. Be sure to turn your plant every few months if it starts learning toward the light. This will help maintain a full and healthy plant.
• Pet Friendly: No
• Water: Water your Ficus when the top 50-75% of the soil becomes dry. Be sure to thoroughly water your Ficus until water drains from the bottom of the pot. If there is too much water in the saucer be sure to pour it out so the plant is not sitting in water.
• Humidity: High
• Temperature: Fiddle Leaf Fig plants prefer warmer temperatures, somewhere between 65°-75° F. If temperatures fall below 50° F your plant may develop brown spots.
• Difficult Level: Medium