The fiddle leaf fig has become the darling of interior design with its huge, violin-shaped, heavily veined leaves on a slender trunk. Native to West Africa, Ficus lyrata can grow into a substantial indoor tree. Its bold foliage makes a dramatic architectural statement.
It's finicky: needs bright, indirect light (no direct sun), consistent moisture (not soggy), high humidity, and stability—it hates being moved. Leaf drop is common with stress. Wipe leaves regularly. Fertilize monthly in growing season. Repot annually when young.
Use a humidifier. Rotate weekly for even growth. Stake if leaning. Cultivar 'Bambino' is more compact. It's an air purifier but toxic to pets.
| Family: | Moraceae (mor-AY-see-ee) |
| Genus: | Ficus (FY-kus) |
| Species: | lyrata (ly-RAY-tuh) |
| Synonym: | Ficus pandurata |
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