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Cultivar
Ficus 'Lyrata'
Cultivar: Lyrata
Ficus lyrata, or Fiddle Leaf Fig, is a stunning evergreen tropical known for its broad, leathery, dark green leaves with prominent veining. Its dramatic vertical growth habit creates an ideal focal point for contemporary interiors. As it matures, the plant forms a stout trunk, evolving into a beautiful statement piece for bright, well-lit rooms.
Fiddle Leaf Fig is a highly sought-after indoor tropical prized for its large, sculptural, violin-shaped leaves. It makes a bold architectural statement in any bright, indoor space.
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Inspiration for future Agardeni growing environments.
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A closer look at the fruit, flower, foliage, or mature defining characteristics of this cultivar.
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Plant Profile
Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
Sun
Bright, indirect light is essential; avoid harsh, direct mid-day sun which can scorch leaves.
Water
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil feel dry to the touch; ensure excellent drainage and never allow the plant to sit in standing water.
Mature size
6-10 feet tall indoors; can grow significantly larger in natural tropical landscapes.
Hardiness
10-12
Growth habit
Upright, treelike structure.
Plant type
Tropical foliage plant
Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
Good to know
Rotate the plant regularly to encourage even growth and prevent the foliage from reaching too heavily toward the light source.
Prefers consistent room temperatures between 65-75ยฐF; avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
Rarely flowers or fruits when grown as an indoor houseplant.
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
Sun / light
Bright, indirect light is essential; avoid harsh, direct mid-day sun which can scorch leaves.
Growth rate
Moderate.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer once per month during the active growing season (spring and summer).
Pruning
Prune during the growing season to control height, remove damaged foliage, or encourage a more branched, bushy shape.
Care notes
Rotate the plant regularly to encourage even growth and prevent the foliage from reaching too heavily toward the light source.
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
Mature size
6-10 feet tall indoors; can grow significantly larger in natural tropical landscapes.
Growth habit
Upright, treelike structure.
Spacing
3-5 feet apart for landscape use.
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
Flowering / fruiting
Rarely flowers or fruits when grown as an indoor houseplant.
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
Hardiness zones
10-12
Temperature
Prefers consistent room temperatures between 65-75ยฐF; avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
Watering
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil feel dry to the touch; ensure excellent drainage and never allow the plant to sit in standing water.
Soil
Well-draining, high-quality indoor potting mix with added perlite or bark for aeration.
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
Container Growing
Highly suitable for large containers; use pots with drainage holes to protect the root system.
Family
Moraceae
Foliage Look
Large, dark green, glossy, violin-shaped leaves with prominent veining.
Foliage Rules
Leaves are broad, violin-shaped, with distinct, lighter-colored veins; mature leaves are deep, glossy green.
Fruit Flower Look
Not applicable for indoor presentation.
Fruit Flower Rules
Do not depict flowers or fruit on starter plants as they are strictly non-reproductive at this stage.
Growth Habit Rules
Maintain an upright, vertical posture; stems are generally solitary unless intentionally pruned to force branching.
Mature Plant Look
Tall, upright, sculptural indoor tree with wide, dramatic leaves.
Mature Stage Morphology
Tree-like with a sturdy central stem and large, glossy, fiddle-shaped leaves concentrated toward the top.
Morphology Rules
Ensure the fiddle-shaped leaf contour is evident; emphasize the leathery texture and glossy sheen of the foliage.
Plant Faqs
How much light does a Fiddle Leaf Fig need? It thrives in bright, filtered light from a sunny window. Can I keep my Fiddle Leaf Fig in a container? Yes, it is an excellent choice for large containers with proper drainage. How often should I water? Allow the top few inches of soil to dry before watering again to prevent root issues.
Root Look
Healthy, fibrous white to light tan roots occupying the plug cell.
Soil Look
Moist, loose, peat-based potting medium with visible perlite.
Starter Stage
Small, upright plug with a few juvenile, violin-shaped leaves that are typically more rounded than mature foliage.
Starter Stage Morphology
Flexible, green stem with leaves arranged alternately along the main shoot; active root system appropriate for a 72-cell tray.
Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Fiddle Leaf Fig. This is Fiddle Leaf Fig, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this striking tropical become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the refined, indoor foliage environment you want to create. Observe the bold, violin-shaped leaves and their beautiful, glossy texture which serve as the defining visual feature of this elegant tree. Establish your starter plant by moving the plug into a four-inch pot with well-draining mix, then later transition it to a larger permanent container when established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Ficus lyrata Fiddle Leaf Fig Houseplant Indoor Tropical Large Leaf Plant Agardeni Ficus Plant Care Home Decor Tropical Plant
Youtube Video Summary
The Fiddle Leaf Fig is a premier choice for adding architectural height and lush, tropical foliage to your home. Discover how this iconic plant can transform your indoor space with its distinctively large, violin-shaped leaves.
Youtube Video Title
Growing the Fiddle Leaf Fig | Ficus lyrata
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