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Fiddle Leaf Fig
இன்றைய தாவரம்

Ficus lyrata

Fiddle Leaf FigTree

Ficus lyrata, commonly known as the fiddle-leaf fig, banjo fig, fiddle-leaved fig tree, lyre leaf fig tree, or lyre-leaved fig tree, is a species of plant in the mulberry and fig family Moraceae. It is native to western Africa, but is cultivated around the world as an ornamental plant. It has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.

FamilyMoraceae
GenusFicus
NativeAfrica
LifespanPerennial

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Botanical Information

Scientific NameFicus lyrata
Common NameFiddle Leaf Fig
FamilyMoraceae
GenusFicus

Physical Characteristics

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Environmental Information

Pests & Diseases

  • Aphids
  • Whiteflies
  • Spider mites
  • Mealybugs
  • Thrips
  • Leaf spot
  • Root rot
  • Powdery mildew
  • Rust
Additional Notes Hibiscus rosa-sinensis is the national flower of Malaysia and a popular ornamental plant used in hedges, borders, and containers.