Species Name: Ficus pumila ‘Minima’ 

Common name(s): Quilted creeping fig

Defining Characteristics: 

• A miniature version of Ficus pumila
• Petite almond-shaped leaves growing in small clusters
• Grows as vining ground cover, does well in terrariums or as a potted houseplant

Recommended Pot Size: Small 

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers, and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature requirement: 55-75°F

Humidity: Dry (0-30%)   Moderate (30-70%)   Humid (70-100%)

Watering frequency: Moderate Watering. Water once the top inch of soil becomes dry. 

Lighting:  Full Shade     Partial Shade      Full Sun

Soil type: Well-draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered Here. 

Growth rate: Moderate -  Fast 

Height: 8-13’

Origin: Southern China through Malaysia

Regional locality: Widely cultivated all over the world in the tropics

USDA Hardiness Zone: 9-11

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use:

Care Notes: Needs to be pruned regularly once it matures to manage vining. Drafty or dry areas will cause damage to the plant. 

Shipping Notes: 

As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly, removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

The plant pictured is in a 2.5" pot.