Ficus pumila var. quercifolia

Species: Ficus pumila var. quercifolia

Common name(s): Oak Leaf Creeping Fig, Oak Leaf Ficus

Native to:

Temperature preferences: Warm growing

Water preferences: Medium to high moisture

Terrestrial or Epiphytic: Terrestrial

General Information and Care: Ficus pumila var. quercifolia, also known as Oak Leaf Creeping Fig, is one of the more sought after species in the Ficus family. Many customers are drawn to the shape of the leaves. In addition, many prefer Ficus pumila var. quercifolia due to the slower growth rate as compared to many of the more common Ficus sp. Even though this is one of the slower growing species, once established, it can cover a background and give an amazing depth to a terrarium! The overall leaf size is about half of the more common Ficus pumila.

Glass Box Tropicals Plant Care Rating: 3

Shipped Size: Well rooted plant that has been grown in a 2.5" pot. Will be shipped bareroot.