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Ficus pumila 'Quercifolia'
Cultivar: Quercifolia
The 'Quercifolia' cultivar of Ficus pumila is a distinct, compact vining plant prized for its small, lobed leaves that resemble miniature oak leaves. Its trailing habit makes it an excellent choice for cascading over the sides of containers, climbing small trellis structures, or creating lush coverage in terrarium settings. This moisture-loving tropical prefers bright, indirect light and consistent humidity to maintain its dense, lush appearance.
Ficus pumila 'Quercifolia' is a charming, miniature creeping fig cultivar featuring tiny, oak-leaf-shaped foliage. This vining plant is perfect for terrariums, hanging baskets, or as a dense, textural groundcover.
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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 to partial shade.
Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Do not allow the root zone to dry out.
Mature size
Vining stems can reach 2-3 feet in length; foliage is miniature.
Hardiness
9-11
Growth habit
Trailing, creeping, or climbing vine.
Plant type
tropical foliage plant
Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
Good to know
Avoid letting the soil dry out completely, as this plant is sensitive to drought. It thrives in high-humidity environments and benefits from occasional misting or a pebble tray.
Prefers consistent household temperatures between 65°F and 80°F; avoid cold drafts.
Grown primarily for its ornamental foliage; inconspicuous flowers rarely appear in indoor conditions.
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
Sun / light
Bright, indirect light to partial shade.
Growth rate
Moderate.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer once monthly during the active growing season.
Pruning
Trim back long or straggly stems regularly to maintain a dense, bushy appearance.
Care notes
Avoid letting the soil dry out completely, as this plant is sensitive to drought. It thrives in high-humidity environments and benefits from occasional misting or a pebble tray.
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
Mature size
Vining stems can reach 2-3 feet in length; foliage is miniature.
Growth habit
Trailing, creeping, or climbing vine.
Spacing
6-10 inches apart for groundcover coverage.
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
Flowering / fruiting
Grown primarily for its ornamental foliage; inconspicuous flowers rarely appear in indoor conditions.
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
Hardiness zones
9-11
Temperature
Prefers consistent household temperatures between 65°F and 80°F; avoid cold drafts.
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
Watering
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Do not allow the root zone to dry out.
Soil
Well-draining, high-quality peat-based potting mix.
Soil pH
6.0-7.5
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
Container Growing
Excellent for hanging baskets, small decorative containers, and specialized vivariums or terrariums.
Family
Moraceae
Foliage Look
Tiny, textured, oak-leaf-shaped, medium green.
Foliage Rules
Leaves are small, distinctly lobed like an oak leaf, and alternate along the vine.
Fruit Flower Look
Not applicable; foliage focus.
Fruit Flower Rules
Flowering is not a feature for this plant in a container or indoor nursery setting.
Growth Habit Rules
Should appear as a trailing, spreading, or clinging vine, not as an upright shrub.
Mature Plant Look
Lush, dense, cascading mat of tiny green foliage.
Mature Stage Morphology
Extensive trailing or climbing stems with mature, slightly thicker leaf texture.
Morphology Rules
Ensure leaves remain small and lobed; avoid large standard Ficus pumila leaf forms.
Plant Faqs
How much light does a String of Frogs need? It prefers bright, indirect light to keep its foliage dense. Can I grow this plant in a terrarium? Yes, its small size and humidity preference make it an ideal choice. How often should I water my Ficus pumila? Keep the soil consistently moist to the touch; never allow it to dry out completely. Does it climb or hang? It can do both, making it versatile for baskets or small trellises.
Root Look
Fine, dense, fibrous root system filling the plug.
Soil Look
Dark, moist, organic-rich potting soil.
Starter Stage
Small, rooted plug typically showing juvenile vining stems with tiny, lobed leaves.
Starter Stage Morphology
Soft green, thin stems with densely packed small, oak-shaped leaves.
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Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow String of Frogs. This is String of Frogs, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this charming miniature vine become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the lush indoor foliage environment you want to create. The defining feature of this cultivar is its delicate, oak-leaf-shaped foliage that stays small and dense, creating a beautiful cascading effect. Establish your starter by moving the plug into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining mix, then move it later to an appropriate final container when established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Video Summary
Explore the unique, oak-leaf-shaped foliage of Ficus pumila 'Quercifolia'. This versatile, miniature vining plant is perfect for adding lush, textured greenery to indoor spaces and terrariums.
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Growing Ficus pumila 'Quercifolia' String of Frogs
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