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Ficus lyrata
Name - Ficus is Latin for fig, pronounced FIY-cuss. Lyrata means lyre-shaped.
Its common name is fiddle-leafed fig.
Description - A lovely fig
with large glossy green prominently-veined leaves usually on one stem, though
the plant can be encouraged to divide by taking out the top of the growing stem.
Origin - Tropics and subtropics
Family - Moraceae
(mulberry family)
Care Tips - Medium light, warm room temperatures
and do not overwater. Feed every two weeks only in the growing period. Wipe the
leaves very gently from time to time to keep them dust free.
