فيكس ليراتا (فيكس الكمان)
Fiddle Leaf Fig
Ficus lyrata
Indoor treeExtra large (over 150 cm)Air purifyingMay cause mild upset
Enormous violin-shaped leaves on a tree-like trunk.
Varieties
- Standard tree
- Bambino (compact)
- Light
- Bright indirect light
- Water
- Medium water (every 1–2 weeks)
- Humidity
- Medium humidity
- Care level
- Needs experience
Riyadh tip
Hates being moved and hates AC drafts; pick one spot and leave it there. Brown spots usually mean overwatering.
Best rooms
Good gift for
Pet safety
CatsMay cause mild upset
DogsMay cause mild upset
Listed toxic (ficus sap): drooling, vomiting, skin irritation.
Source: the ASPCA list of toxic and non-toxic plants. If a pet swallows any plant, contact a veterinarian immediately.
Pairs well with
The interior-design favourite. Choose the Bambino for apartments; the full tree needs a bright, unobstructed window.
Large (90–150 cm)شجرة المطاط (فيكس إلاستيكا)
Rubber Tree
Ficus elastica
- Bright indirect light
- Medium water (every 1–2 weeks)
- Easy
May cause mild upset
Large (90–150 cm)مونستيرا (نبتة الجبنة السويسرية)
Monstera (Swiss Cheese Plant)
Monstera deliciosa
- Bright indirect light
- Medium water (every 1–2 weeks)
- Easy
Toxic to cats and dogs
Medium (40–90 cm)نبتة زد زد (زاميا)
ZZ Plant
Zamioculcas zamiifolia
- Low light
- Low water (every 2–4 weeks)
- Easy
Toxic to cats and dogs