Description

The Ficus Triangularis Variegata is a beautiful plant with triangular leaves that have unique creamy yellow at the border of the leaves with green in the middle. It is a slow growing plant with bright leaves that make them stand out. This plant is air purifying that filters airborne toxins. This is perfect for your patios, balcony, and living rooms.

Plant height: approximately from 5-8 inches

Pot diameter: 5 to 7 inches

History

Ficus Triangularis Variegata is known to have originated from South and West Africa and is part of the Moraceae family. It was also given its name because its leaves are triangular. They can also be found in tropical areas of Asia they are called figs. These figs are able to bear edible fruits but are to be consumed by wildlife only and not humans. Also, it is also known to have cultural importance in tropical areas.

Care Guide

This Ficus Triangularis for sale in Manila thrives best in bright indirect sunlight. Placing them there would maintain the variegation on its leaves and will do a big part in leaf loss. But be careful not to expose them in direct sunlight as this can damage their leaves. Watering schedule for this plant is once to twice a week or when the top 2 to 3 inches of the soil has dried out.

Propagation

This indoor plant in Manila can be propagated through stem cuttings. With a clean pair of cutting tool, cut at least 5 to 7 inches of stem that includes healthy leaves. Pot them in a well-draining and moist soil and place in a spot with bright indirect sunlight. They can be propagated in water as well if you’d like to monitor its roots visibly.