Creeping Fig (Ficus Pumila) is a perennial vine in the Moraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Ficus pumila is a vigorous, evergreen, self-clinging climber native to East Asia, widely grown as an ornamental groundcover and wall cover.

Creeping Fig

Creeping Fig

Ficus Pumila

Ficus pumila is a vigorous, evergreen, self-clinging climber native to East Asia, widely grown as an ornamental groundcover and wall cover.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, wall cover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Creeping Fig

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Moraceae
Genus:Ficus