薜荔 Ficus pumila var. minima
Ficus pumila, commonly known as the creeping fig or climbing fig, is a species of flowering plant in the mulberry family, native to East Asia (China, Japan, Vietnam)and naturalized in parts of the southeastern and south-central United States.
Similar in growth habit to the typical creeping fig but this one has very tiny leaves, lightly quilted, and a nice vivid green.It is also found in cultivation as a houseplant.
The etymology of the species name corresponds to the Latin word pumilus meaning dwarf,and refers to the very small leaves of the plant.
Sunlight Demand: | Medium Light |
Flower Color: | N/A |
Foliage: | Green |
Soil Condition: | Peat Moss |
Water Requirement: | High |
Purchase Size: | Height 5.9-7.9'' (15-20 cm) |
Ficus pumila, commonly known as the creeping fig or climbing fig, is a species of flowering plant in the mulberry family, native to East Asia (China, Japan, Vietnam)and naturalized in parts of the southeastern and south-central United States.
Similar in growth habit to the typical creeping fig but this one has very tiny leaves, lightly quilted, and a nice vivid green.It is also found in cultivation as a houseplant.
The etymology of the species name corresponds to the Latin word pumilus meaning dwarf,and refers to the very small leaves of the plant.
Sunlight Demand: | Medium Light |
Flower Color: | N/A |
Foliage: | Green |
Soil Condition: | Peat Moss |
Water Requirement: | High |
Purchase Size: | Height 5.9-7.9'' (15-20 cm) |