Botanical Name: Common Names:
Ficus pumila Creeping Fig,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Climbers Climbing / Twining
Description:
Ficus pumila, or Creeping Fig, is a fast-growing climber with small heart-shaped leaves. It attaches itself to surfaces with aerial roots, creating a beautiful trailing or climbing effect. This evergreen plant is versatile and can be used as a groundcover, hanging plant, or for vertical gardens. It thrives in partial shade to full sun and is relatively low-maintenance. Ficus pumila is commonly used to cover walls, fences, or other structures, adding lush greenery and texture to indoor and outdoor spaces. Check that it hasn't been declared an environmental weed in your area. Grows to approx. 1.5-3m spread.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
2-4m 2-4m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
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