Fiddle-leaf fig (Ficus lyrata)
Fiddle-leaf fig, also known as Fiddle-leaf
The Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus lyrata) is a popular houseplant recognized for its large, violin-shaped leaves. It adds a striking, decorative touch to any space but is notoriously difficult to maintain and requires specific care to thrive.
Key Facts About Fiddle-leaf fig
Attributes of Fiddle-leaf fig
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
2 m to 15 m
Spread
50 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
N/A (flowers are not commonly seen)
Flower Color
Green
Scientific Classification of Fiddle-leaf fig
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Rosales
Family
Mulberry
Genus
Fig trees
Species
Fiddle-leaf fig
Toxicity
Ingestion, Sap contact