Ficus Lyrata Branched / Fiddle Leaf Fig 1.2-1.5m

Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus lyrata) is a little bit high-maintenance 🌿. Here's everything you need to know to keep this leafy diva thriving:

🌱 Overview Fiddle Leaf Fig

• Botanical Name: Ficus lyrata

• Origin: Tropical western Africa

• Type: Broadleaf evergreen

• Height: Up to 10 feet indoors; up to 50 feet outdoors in tropical climates.

• Leaf Shape: Large, glossy, violin-shaped leaves—hence the name "fiddle leaf"

• Toxicity: Mildly toxic to pets and humans if ingested

☀️ Light & Location

• Needs bright, indirect light—think east or south-facing windows.

• Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.

• Rotate the plant every few weeks to ensure even growth2

💧 Watering & Soil

• Likes moderately moist soil—not soggy, not bone dry.

• Use a well-draining potting mix with loamy texture.

• Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

• Overwatering is a common killer—watch for yellowing leaves

✂️ Care Tips

• Dust the leaves regularly to boost photosynthesis.

• Prune to shape or remove damaged leaves.

• Support the stem if it starts leaning.

• Repot annually while young; every few years once mature

🌿 Varieties to Explore

🧠 Fun Facts

• Fiddle Leaf Fig leaves can grow up to 38 cm long

• It’s a social media darling—#fiddleleaffig has taken over Instagram

• Despite its popularity, it’s known for being finicky—sensitive to drafts, dry air, and inconsistent watering