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Reviving a Braided Ficus in Low Light and Heat

A small braided Ficus in a hot room with little sun declined rapidly after watering. Leaves fell off.

Solution

Braided Ficus requires lots of direct natural sunlight. It sheds leaves in low light. Move it to a sunny window immediately. Do not repot or fertilize. Water when soil surface feels dry.

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