Fiddle leaf Fig

 Fiddleleaf Fig

Common Name: Fiddle leaf Fig

Scientific Name: Ficus Lyrata  

Height:  40-50 ft

Span:  10-15 ft

Growth Rate:  Slow

Sun Tolerance:  Shade

Fiddle leaf Fig is native to Western Africa, which generally grows in tropical rain forest plains.  It is species of fig tree that can grow up to 40-50 ft.  The leaves of the Fiddle leaf Fig are large, broad, dark green and resemble Fiddle. It is generally used as an indoor plant,as only average watering is needed. This indoor plant grows slow and blooms all the year. The tree comes in bush and tree forms. A Fiddle Leaf Fig has large wide leathery leaves that often resemble a violin or fiddle.

Care of Fiddle leaf Fig:
Light:
A Fiddle Leaf Fig requires bright indirect light. Not enough light causes small new growth and leaf drop. Turn a Fiddle Leaf Fig often to keep it growing straight. Sun has great effect on Fiddle Leaf Fig, too much Sun causes the leaves of a Fiddle Leaf Fig to fade and lose their dark green color.  
Temperature:
Temperature has also little effect on Fiddle leaf Fig. Fiddle leaf Fig does well in temperatures between 65-80 degrees. Keep the Fiddle Leaf and all Ficus away from air conditioners, drafts, and heating vents. Intense cold or heat causes leaf drop.

Water: 
Fiddle Leaf Fig, requires less water.  Allow the top 50% of the soil to dry out before watering. Leaves become soft and more flexible as the soil dries out. Try to keep water off of the large leaves to prevent mold.

 

Fiddle leaf Fig Leaves

Fiddle leaf Fig's Fruits

Fruit of Fiddle leaf Fig

Fiddle leaf Fig in Primary Stages

Fruits of Fiddle leaf Fig

Fiddle leaf Fig's Leaves 

Indoor Fiddle leaf Fig 

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For more information:
Wikipedia Fiddleleaf Fig
Fiddleleaf Fig Detailed Information