Ficus Lyrata Bambino
Ficus lyrata 'Bambino'
All the beauty of the famous fiddle leaf fig in a compact, tabletop size that's perfect for smaller spaces and easier care. This dwarf variety maintains the iconic large, violin-shaped leaves and elegant structure while staying under 2 feet tall, making it ideal for desks, shelves, or as part of a plant collection.
Harvest
N/Ad
Days to harvest
Sun
Bright indirect light
Zones
9–11
USDA hardiness
Difficulty
Moderate
Complete Growing Guide
Soil: Loam (Silt), Sand. Soil pH: Acid (<6.0). Drainage: Good Drainage, Moist. Growth rate: Medium. Propagation: Stem Cutting.
Harvesting
The fruit is a globose, fleshy fig that is finely pubescent and appears either solitary or in pairs. It is green with white flecks or dots and turns red upon ripening. It is round and measures 0.5 to 1.25 inches in diameter. The fruits are rarely seen when grown as a houseplant. They are present if grown outdoors in their native habitat.
Color: Green, Red/Burgundy, White. Length: < 1 inch. Width: < 1 inch.
Edibility: Toxic if ingested.
History & Origin
Origin: Tropical Western and Central Africa
Advantages
- +Disease resistance: Drought
- +Edible: Toxic if ingested.
Considerations
- -Toxic (Bark, Flowers, Fruits, Leaves, Roots, Sap/Juice, Stems): Low severity
Companion Plants
Plant Together
Pothos
Similar humidity and light requirements, helps increase ambient moisture
Snake Plant
Complements watering schedule as both prefer soil to dry between waterings
Rubber Tree
Same family (Ficus) with identical care requirements and pest resistance
Monstera Deliciosa
Similar bright indirect light needs and creates tropical microclimate together
Peace Lily
Increases humidity through transpiration, benefits both plants
Philodendron
Compatible light and humidity requirements, both prefer well-draining soil
ZZ Plant
Similar drought tolerance and low maintenance needs
Boston Fern
High humidity output benefits Ficus, thrives in same indirect light conditions
Keep Apart
Calathea
Requires consistently moist soil while Ficus needs dry periods, conflicting watering needs
Succulent Plants
Extremely different watering requirements can lead to overwatering succulents or underwatering Ficus
African Violet
Needs constant soil moisture and high humidity, opposite of Ficus drought-tolerant nature
Pests & Disease Resistance
Resistance
Moderate resistance, sensitive to overwatering
Common Pests
Scale insects, mealybugs, spider mites
Diseases
Root rot, leaf spot, leaf drop from environmental stress