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Ficus Lyrata (Standard Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree)

The full-size fiddle leaf fig grows taller and bolder than the Bambino, reaching 6ft+ indoors. A statement plant for those with space and patience for its notoriously fussy nature.

$20-$150
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Pros
  • Can grow to 6ft+ tall indoors, making a dramatic statement
  • Larger leaves than Bambino for a bolder tropical look
  • Widely available at most garden centers and plant shops
  • Can be shaped into bush or tree form
Cons
  • More sensitive than Bambino — prone to leaf drop from stress
  • Requires very consistent watering, light, and humidity
  • Harder to distinguish from Bambino when young
  • Takes up significantly more space at maturity
Why we recommend it

If you want maximum drama and have a bright corner to fill, the standard FLF delivers — just know it's more temperamental than the Bambino and will punish inconsistency.

Sources
reddit.comLyrata or Bambino identification
Reddit user

“The leaves are huge though, and it's 6ft tall.”

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