{"product_id":"ficus-pumila-creeping-fig","title":"Ficus Pumila - Creeping Fig","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"relative basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) pb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:28px] grow flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex min-h-0 grow flex-col text-sm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"LR5Y_W_content markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eFicus pumila, commonly known as Creeping Fig, is a fast-growing tropical plant prized for its small foliage and vigorous climbing or trailing growth habit. Its juvenile leaves are small, heart-shaped, and rich green, growing densely along slender stems to create a lush carpet of foliage. Creeping Fig naturally attaches itself to surfaces as it climbs, making it an excellent choice for trellises, topiaries, walls, terrariums, hanging baskets, and trailing displays. Versatile, vigorous, and highly ornamental, Ficus pumila brings a lush tropical feel to homes, patios, plant stands, and indoor plant collections.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall heart-shaped foliage – dense green leaves create a lush, textured appearance that becomes fuller as the plant grows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClimbing or trailing habit – can cascade from hanging baskets or climb vertically when provided with a suitable surface or support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-clinging growth – produces small aerial roots that allow the vines to naturally attach themselves to many surfaces as they climb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing tropical plant – vigorous growth makes it an excellent choice for topiaries, terrariums, trellises, and larger foliage displays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCare Guide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Prefers bright, indirect light to maintain dense, healthy growth. It can tolerate medium indirect light, but lower light may result in slower or thinner growth. Gentle morning sun is beneficial, but avoid prolonged harsh afternoon sun indoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: Keep the soil lightly and consistently moist, allowing the top inch to dry slightly before watering again. Creeping Fig prefers more consistent moisture than many other Ficus varieties but should never remain in soggy soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity: Enjoys moderate to high humidity and performs especially well in humid environments. Higher humidity can encourage lush growth and makes this plant particularly well-suited for terrariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Potting: Use a rich, well-draining indoor potting mix amended with perlite, fine bark, or other aerating materials. Choose a pot with drainage holes to prevent excess moisture from collecting around the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilizer: Feed lightly with a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer once a month during spring and summer while actively growing. Reduce feeding during fall and winter when growth naturally slows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: Thrives in warm conditions around 60–85°F (16–29°C). Protect from cold drafts and prolonged freezing temperatures, especially when grown in containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eGrowth \u0026amp; Size:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFast-growing under warm, bright conditions; trailing or climbing stems can reach several feet long and may eventually grow much longer when given space and support. Regular trimming keeps Ficus pumila compact and encourages dense branching. When allowed to climb, it can quickly cover trellises, topiaries, and other surfaces with a thick layer of green foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSafety Note:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFicus pumila is best kept out of reach of pets and small children. Like other Ficus species, it produces a milky latex sap that can irritate the skin and may cause oral or digestive irritation if chewed or ingested. Wear gloves when performing extensive pruning and wash your hands after handling cut stems or sap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"invisible mt-auto grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-start-1 row-start-1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"visible sticky bottom-(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px) col-start-1 row-start-1 self-end\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-9 pt-2 text-center text-xs text-token-text-tertiary [view-transition-name:var(--vt-disclaimer)] pb-4 relative overflow-hidden @w-sm\/main:px-[60px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Manatee Farms","offers":[{"title":"4 Inch Pot","offer_id":49049259475097,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/4224\/6041\/files\/FicusPumilaCreepingFig4InchSide_538a1d3f-4861-4fba-ac12-de383feee6c1.png?v=1790024291","url":"https:\/\/blackwaterplants.com\/products\/ficus-pumila-creeping-fig","provider":"Blackwater Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}