Fiddle Leaf Fig Brown Spots: Insect or Cultural?

Quick Diagnostic Test

Scratch the brown spots gently with a fingernail.

• If they scratch off → likely scale insects or mealybugs. Treat with horticultural oil or alcohol spray.
• If they don’t scratch off → cultural issue (watering, light, humidity). Email a close-up photo to plantlady6@aol.com for specific advice.

Current Care Review

The setup (large window, no direct sun, 8 quarts every 2 weeks, pot on feet above drainage tray) sounds reasonable. Decorative rocks and soil base in the cache pot are fine if drainage works. Ensure the soil isn’t staying soggy at the bottom.