Ficus lyrata

Fiddle fig ( Ficus lyrata )

The violin fig ( Ficus lyrata ) is a very decorative fig species of the family of the mulberry family ( Moraceae ) with wavy, large leaves.

It owes its name this way their leaves, which have the shape of a violin.

The violin fig is an easy houseplant. It is also well suited for hydroponics. This type also tolerates shady locations, but it is more beautiful, the more light it gets.

To counteract rapid height growth, shoots may be easily cut off. They can be used for seedlings, but should have 2-4 leaves.