Species Name: Ficus Pumila spp.

Common Name(s): Creeping fig, Climbing fig, String of Frogs

Defining Characteristics:

• Petite arrowhead-shaped leaves in varying shades of green and white
• Grows as vining ground cover, making it a great candidate for terrariums
• Does well as a potted houseplant
• Unique petite leaf shapes

Recommended Pot Size: Small / Medium 

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature Requirement (°F): 55-75°

Humidity: 30-70%

Watering Frequency: Water when top inch of soil dries out

Lighting: Bright, indirect light

Soil Type: Well-draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil

Growth Rate: Fast

Height at Maturity: 3- 8 feet

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: Ficus pumila needs to be pruned regularly once it matures to manage vining. Drafty or dry areas will cause damage to the plant. 

Shipping Notes: Generous LIVE ARRIVAL GUARANTEE offered.

As 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.

This plant is shipped with soil around the roots but no pot.