Ficus pumila

Variegated Creeping Fig, Creeping Fig, Climbing Fig

Easy careTerrestrialMildly toxic15–450 cm

A vigorous, self-clinging climbing vine with small heart-shaped leaves edged in creamy white. The 'Variegata' cultivar is a terrarium favourite for its compact juvenile foliage, tolerance of low light, and preference for high humidity. It needs regular pruning, as it can cover surfaces quickly.

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Variegated Creeping Fig image

Photo by Photo by David J. Stang·CC BY-SA 4.0

Care

Light

Indirect light(preferred)Bright indirectShade tolerant

Humidity

High (60–80%)(preferred)Very high (80%+)Medium (40–60%)

Temperature

10°C25°C40°C
13°C – 24°C

Soil

Moisture retentive(preferred)Well drainingLoamy

Moisture

Moist(preferred)Wet

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Appearance

Growth habit

ClimbingCreeping

Leaf shape

Heart

Leaf texture

Smooth

Distribution

Propagation

Take a 10 cm stem cutting, strip the lower leaves, and root in water or moist soil. Roots form readily without rooting hormone.