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Ficus sp. North Sumatra [cutting]
GenusFicusRegionSoutheast AsiaPlant GroupOtherGrowth HabitClimber / VineSetupTerrarium or HouseplantDifficultyBeginner
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Care information

This is an unidentified *Ficus* species from northern Sumatra, and is larger in size compared to the sp. borneo that I grow. It grows with small, firm, rounded leaves that press tightly to vertical surfaces during the juvenile stage. Like other tropical shingling figs, it thrives in warm, humid conditions with bright, indirect light. Best suited for terrariums, grow cabinets, or mounted culture.

You will receive an unrooted **cutting**, grower's choice. It will be similar in size and form to the one pictured but not the exact plant. Shipped bare-root or in moss depending on conditions.

**Light Requirements:** Moderate to bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sun.
**Humidity Requirements:** High, 50–90%.
**Temperature Range:** 70–85°F (21–29°C). Keep above 65°F (18°C).
**Growth Habit:** Shingling climber. Juvenile leaves cling tightly to surfaces; mature growth may become more spreading.
**Soil:** Best mounted on bark, cork, or wood. If potted, use a fine, well-draining tropical mix.
**pH:** Slightly acidic to neutral, 5.5–6.5.
**Size:** Slow to moderate grower. Juvenile leaves around 1.5–2.5 cm in length.

Plant Details
Airflow
Medium — Essential for "wetish" setups. Needs regular air exchange or internal circulation fans to prevent water from sitting on leaves, which helps avoid rot and fungal issues.
Family
Moraceae
Growth strategy
Epiphyte
Humidity
60–80% — Suitable for "open-top" or partially ventilated terrariums. While higher than average household humidity, these plants are adaptable and less prone to leaf melt if the environment fluctuates slightly.
Lighting
Bright — Requires high-output lighting to maintain vivid color expression (especially for reds, purples, and variegation) and to ensure shingling habits stay tight and compact.
PH
6.5–7.5 — Neutral: Suitable for hardy species that are less sensitive to water chemistry. This range is common in setups using tap water or inert substrates like clay pebbles and stones.
Sales form
Cutting
Size
Small
Temperature
70–85°F — Standard Tropical Range. This mirrors the natural understory of the rainforest, providing enough warmth for vigorous growth while remaining safe from the extreme heat that can bake a closed glass enclosure.
Watering substrate
Damp — These plants love high moisture levels; the substrate should stay wet to the touch at all times but should not be sitting in a stagnant, waterlogged state.
World
Old World — Native to the Eastern Hemisphere: Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, and surrounding islands.