Fig Creeping
Ficus pumila repens, also known as Creeping Fig, is an appealing, fast-growing vine that's perfect for generating a lush, green background in your terrarium or paludarium.
Creeping Fig, or Ficus pumila repens, is an evergreen vine prized for its rapid growth and dense, green foliage. Its small, heart-shaped leaves create a verdant tapestry that is perfect for climbing, trailing, or covering surfaces in your setup. Native to East Asia, it flourishes in humid environments and is adaptable to various light conditions, though it favors bright, indirect light. Its vigorous growth makes it perfect for establishing a dense, jungle-like atmosphere, although regular trimming is necessary to maintain your desired size and shape.
- Plant Type: Vine
- Growth Habit: Fast-growing, climbing or trailing
- Leaf Colour: Green
- Light Requirements: Prefers bright, indirect light but can adapt to lower light conditions
- Watering: Prefers evenly moist soil; do not allow it to dry out completely
- Humidity: High
Your Creeping Fig comes housed in a 140x100mm clear cup, crafted from PLA (corn starch), a 100% compostable material. This packaging features a 4mm hole to allow for air exchange, mimicking the conditions of a mini greenhouse for effortless maintenance and enhanced plant health. With our innovative Sticky Soil, the plant stays securely positioned within the packaging, resisting displacement during transport or handling. Our eco-conscious packaging and shipping methods significantly improve plant handling and align with our commitment to environmental sustainability.
- Creates a lush, green backdrop in your terrarium or paludarium
- Rapidly covers surfaces with a dense growth of small, heart-shaped leaves
- Thrives in high humidity and bright, indirect light
- Requires regular trimming to control growth
- Grown on Sticky Soil
- Select a location in your setup where the Creeping Fig can spread, such as the back or sides. You can also guide it to climb up the sides for a stunning vertical display.
- Gently extract the plant and Sticky Soil from the packaging using a spoon, your fingers, or any tool that facilitates careful removal. If needed, cut the PLA packaging for easier access.
- Position the Creeping Fig and Sticky Soil on your chosen surface in the setup. The Sticky Soil can adhere to any surface—walls, glass, wood, stone—giving you total freedom in your planting design.
- Cover the Sticky Soil with moss to maintain humidity, promoting healthier growth and reducing maintenance.
- Provide bright, indirect light and high humidity to maintain the Creeping Fig's lush appearance.
- Water when the top layer of the Sticky Soil begins to dry, but avoid overwatering.
- Regularly trim the Creeping Fig to manage its growth and shape it to your preference.
- Dispose of the PLA packaging in a compost pile after use, keeping your planting practices environmentally friendly.
