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Ficus pumila 19cm H25cm

Ficus pumila 19cm H25cm

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Ficus pumila is a fast-growing climbing or trailing fig with tiny heart-shaped leaves that create a dense, delicate carpet of greenery. Ideal for terrariums, cabinets, and walls, it is versatile and easy to care for.

  • Full Botanical Name: Ficus pumila
  • Common Names: Creeping Fig, Climbing Fig
  • Country and/or Region of Origin: East Asia
  • Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Grows along forest floors, rocks, and tree trunks in warm, humid environments

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Light: Medium–bright indirect light.
  • Ideal Room: Terrariums, kitchens, bathrooms
  • Feeding: Fertilise lightly every 4–6 weeks.
  • Humidity: 60–85%
  • Ideal Temperature: 18–26°C
  • Watering: Keep lightly moist; avoid letting it fully dry out.
  • Pet/Child Safe: Toxic (milky sap)
  • Soil Type: Light mix with coco coir and perlite
  • Propagation: Stem cuttings
  • Eventual Height and Spread: Trails or climbs 1–3 m
  • Growth Rate: Very fast
  • Pests and Treatment: Spider mites, thrips
  • Repotting: Every 1–2 years
  • Pruning: Trim regularly to maintain shape
  • Air Purification: High
  • Folklore: Known as a symbol of persistence due to its strong climbing habit.
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