Ficus pumila ‘Green Sunny’

Ficha técnica – Ficus pumila ‘Green Sunny’

Common Name: Creeping Fig, Miniature Fig
Scientific Name: Ficus pumila ‘Green Sunny’
Family: Moraceae

Description

The Ficus pumila ‘Green Sunny’ is a small-leaved, glossy climbing and creeping plant. Its compact, dense growth makes it perfect for home décor as well as terrariums and paludariums, thriving in humid, controlled environments.

Uses and Benefits

• Terrariums & Paludariums: Ideal as ground cover, providing a natural look and shelter for reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates.
• Home Décor: Perfect for hanging pots or as a decorative ground cover indoors.
• Air Purification: Helps improve indoor air quality.
• Aesthetic: Bright green leaves add contrast and vitality to any space.

Care

• Light: Prefers bright indirect light; tolerates partial shade.
• Water: Keep soil moist but well-drained. High humidity is beneficial.
• Temperature: Best between 15 °C and 28 °C. Not frost-tolerant.
• Soil: Light, well-drained, rich in organic matter.
• Growth: Fast-growing; can climb or spread depending on available support.

Size

• Leaves: 1–3 cm
• Adaptable growth as ground cover or climber.

Safety

Latex may irritate if ingested or on contact; handle with care around pets and children.