Ficus lyrata 27cm Care & Tips
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Family: Moraceae • Pot diameter: 27cm • Height: approx. 140cm, 2 plants per pot
You’ll find the perfect spot for it… and then move everything else just to show it off 📍
Large, glossy, lyre-shaped leaves with bold veining give Ficus lyrata a dramatic yet refined presence. It is ideal for adding height, structure and a strong botanical focal point to bright indoor spaces, without making the room feel visually crowded.
Place it near an east- or west-facing window with filtered light. Choose a stable position, avoid frequent moves and keep it away from draughts or air-conditioning. Use a pot with drainage and an airy substrate.
Group & selection goals: A cultivated form valued for strong, large foliage, reliable performance indoors and a more controlled growth habit for home and interior use.
Origin/type of development: Ficus lyrata is a species native to western Africa; cultivated lines have been selected for indoor performance and ornamental consistency.
Distinctive traits & differentiation:
Propagation & stability: Usually propagated from tip or stem cuttings under controlled humidity and warmth; rooting can be demanding, while stable growth improves with suitable light.
Spread in cultivation & decorative value: A global interior-design favourite thanks to its statement foliage and its ability to define a room with a strong vertical presence.
| 🔎 Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 🌿 Scientific name | Ficus lyrata |
| 🪴 Pot/Size | 27cm • height approx. 140cm |
| ☀️ Light | Bright, filtered light — east/west exposure is ideal • avoid direct midday sun |
| 💧 Watering | When the surface dries 2–3cm deep — it does not like overwatering |
| 🌡️ Temperature | 18–25°C • sensitive to draughts and sudden changes |
| 🚫 Toxicity | Potentially toxic — the white latex sap is irritating; keep away from children and pets |
Bright, filtered light near an east- or west-facing window. Avoid direct midday sun.
Water when the top 2–3cm of the substrate has dried. Water less in winter; drainage is essential.
An airy, well-draining indoor mix: peat/compost plus perlite or bark. Always use a pot with drainage.
Yes, the latex sap is irritating and mildly toxic if ingested. Keep away from pets and children, and wear gloves when pruning.
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🔎 Note: Due to the natural diversity of plants, the plant you receive may differ slightly from the one shown in the photo. Shape, size and colour may vary depending on the season, growing conditions and the natural character of each plant.