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Fiddle Leaf Fig care for Indian homes

Ficus lyrata

Instagram-famous plant with large sculptural leaves.

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Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus lyrata) plant

The essentials

Fiddle Leaf Fig care at a glance

Light
Bright light
Water
Every 7-10 days
Difficulty
Hard
Space
Large space, up to 300 cm

Watering needs vary with light, pot size and growing conditions. Check the soil rather than following a fixed schedule.

Make sure it fits your home

Check placement and household safety.

Household safety

Pets: Use caution — keep out of reach.

Children: Use caution — keep out of reach.

Ficus sap and foliage can irritate skin and mouth and are unsafe for pets that chew leaves.

Wear gloves when pruning; keep away from pets and toddlers.

Placement

Indoors
Good
Balcony
Okay
Low-light room
Poor
Air conditioning
Poor

Care notes

Bright indirect light, don't move often

Monsoon risk: Medium.

Humidity needs: Medium.

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What to check at the nursery

Before you buy

  • Choose upright plants with firm stems and no brown leaf edges.
  • Buy smaller acclimated plants rather than stressed tall imports.

Look out for

  • Brown patchy leaves
  • Wobbly rootball
  • Scale insects on stems

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