Ficus lyrata (Bushy Fiddle Leaf Fig) H100 cm | Pot Ø27 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you care for the shiny foliage of a Ficus lyrata? Regularly clean the large leaves with a soft damp cloth to preserve their shine and promote photosynthesis.
Why is my Ficus lyrata losing its leaves after moving? It is a temporary stress related to the change of location that naturally resolves within two to three weeks once the plant stabilizes.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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🌿 Large glossy deep green fiddle-shaped leaves • 🌳 Bushy multi-plant format • 🏙️ Immediate dense presence • ☀️ Bright indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 📏 H100 cm | Pot Ø27 cm
The Ficus lyrata in its bushy version brings together several plants in the same pot to offer a dense and lush silhouette right from delivery. Native to the tropical forests of West Africa, it unfolds its large, glossy deep green fiddle-shaped leaves at various heights, creating a true "small tree" effect and ranking among the most spectacular indoor Ficus in the catalog.
Its uniqueness compared to the classic single-stem Ficus lyrata: the multi-plant cultivation instantly provides volume and foliage density that a single plant would take several years to develop. Like all indoor air-purifying plants, the Ficus lyrata also helps filter certain volatile compounds present in the ambient air.
Light & placement
The Ficus lyrata enjoys bright indirect light. Insufficient light slows its growth and thins its foliage. It especially appreciates stability: avoid moving it too often.
- Light: bright indirect light — sheer curtain window or near a bay window, without prolonged direct sun.
- Placement: spacious and bright living room or office, room corner, bright entrance — away from radiators and drafts.
- Temperature: 18 to 28 °C — minimum 15 °C in winter, protected from sudden changes.
- Soil type: well-draining mix of potting soil + coconut fiber or perlite — a green plant substrate with added pumice works perfectly.
With several plants in the same pot, root competition is stronger than with a single-stem Ficus — monitor substrate moisture more closely as the root ball dries faster, especially in summer.
Watering & care
The Ficus lyrata prefers moderate and regular watering, never excessive. Overwatering is among the most common mistakes made with this plant: it’s better to have a slightly thirsty plant than one that is drowning.
- Watering: moderate — let the substrate dry out 2 to 3 cm between waterings, about every 10 to 15 days depending on the season.
- Drainage: essential — always empty the saucer to avoid water stagnation around the roots.
- Humidity: prefers a slightly humid atmosphere — mist the foliage occasionally, especially in winter when heating dries the air.
- Care: regularly clean the large leaves with a soft damp cloth to preserve their shine and promote photosynthesis.
- Repotting: every 2 years in spring into a slightly larger pot — multi-plant cultivation speeds up substrate depletion, so monitor more closely than with a single plant.
Turn the pot a quarter turn each month for balanced growth — with multiple plants, some stems may grow faster than others and unbalance the overall silhouette if rotation is not regular.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
The dense foliage of the Bushy Ficus lyrata makes it an instant centerpiece, ideal for creating a green relaxation corner without waiting years for the plant to gain volume.
- For a lush tropical jungle, pair it with a Strelitzia Nicolai with large fronds and a Monstera Deliciosa with cut foliage — three contrasting shapes and three complementary densities for an immediate urban jungle vibe.
- For a zen and minimalist duo, place it next to a Zamioculcas with glossy green leaves — the upright verticality of the ZZ balances the bushy volume of the Ficus, two robust plants with opposite characters that harmonize without competing.
- To highlight the stature in a tone-on-tone decorative pot, place the Ficus in a Capi Nature Skin anthracite pot with a matte finish — the understated container amplifies the density of the glossy foliage without distracting attention.
- For a warm natural touch, choose a Celestial jute decorative pot or a woven basket in natural fiber — the organic material highlights the bushy silhouette and matches a bohemian or wabi-sabi decor.
Give it space: keep the Ficus at least 30 cm away from walls so its large leaves can breathe freely and the foliage density is visible from all angles — this reveals the richness of the bushy format compared to a single stem.
Verdeia tips
- Do not move it: the Ficus lyrata is very sensitive to location changes — it often loses leaves during a move, then stabilizes. Choose its final spot at installation and let it acclimate for 2 to 3 weeks before assessing its health.
- Dull leaves = lack of light: if the foliage loses its shine or new leaves appear small and pale, move it closer to a natural light source — this is the most reliable exposure signal, more telling than a thermometer or hygrometer.
- Monitor plant balance: with several plants in the same pot, one may dominate and overshadow the others — don’t hesitate to lightly prune the most vigorous plant in spring to preserve the overall harmony of the bush.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Ficus lyrata
- Common name: Fiddle Leaf Fig, Lyre Fig
- Origin: West Africa
- Dimensions at delivery: H100 cm | Pot Ø27 cm (multi-plant cultivation)
- Adult height: up to 2 to 3 m indoors
- Light: bright indirect light
- Watering: moderate, letting the surface dry between waterings
- Soil type: well-draining, rich, mix of potting soil + coconut fiber or perlite
- Growth: medium, bushy multi-plant habit
- Foliage: evergreen, large glossy dark green fiddle-shaped leaves
- Care: moderate
- Toxicity: toxic if ingested — white latex irritates the skin
- Decor style: Urban jungle / Contemporary design / Natural elegance
Each plant is unique: photos show an example of its appearance. Stem distribution and foliage density naturally vary from one specimen to another.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.