Growing guide · Houseplants and herbs
Fiddle-leaf fig
Ficus lyrata
A large-leaved, tree-like foliage plant for bright indirect light.
Key figures
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Light | bright indirect light or part shade, no afternoon sun | [1] |
| Watering | moist, well-drained soil; sensitive to overwatering | [1] |
| Temperature | above 13 °C (55 °F) | [1] |
| Humidity | medium | [1] |
| Plant size | indoors 0.6–3 m (2–10 ft); leaves up to 45 cm (18 in.) | [1] |
| Toxicity and pets | toxic to humans, cats and dogs if eaten; sap irritates skin | [1] |
Houseplant or ornamental: no harvest. Block tasks are watering, feeding, repotting, pruning and pest checks per the guide.
The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.
These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.