The Ficus Triangularis Variegata is a beautiful plant that has leaves that are variegated with both green and yellow. The plant itself will grow to be about 3-4 feet tall, and as wide as it needs to be for the pot you put it in.
These plants are perfect if you’re looking for something new to add to your home or office! This guide will teach you how to take care of your new Ficus Triangularis Variegata so that it looks its best, year-round.
Temperature
If you want to keep your Ficus Triangularis Variegata plant happy, it’s important that the temperature remains consistent. Keep the average room temperature between 18 and 22 degrees Celsius. You should also make sure not to place this plant in a drafty area or near any heat sources; as these plants can’t tolerate colder temperatures.
Soil
The soil of your triangular leaf fig tree must be kept moist at all times, but never soggy wet – so make sure no water pools around the base of its pot for too long! If your triangular leaf fig is wilting even after watering, check out if there are enough drainage holes on the bottom of their pot – which will allow excess moisture to escape from underneath it – and if not, make sure you have a drainage tray underneath it.
If the soil is dry but there are no holes to allow for excess water to escape from under the pot, use an ice cube or cold pack wrapped in a paper towel and place that on top of your pot’s surface; this will help promote moisture back into your plant and avoid it from wilting too much.
Humidity
Humidity is the amount of water vapor in the air. The recommended humidity for a Ficus Triangularis Variegata plant is between 40% and 50%. However, do not allow it to get over 60%. You can use a humidifier or a tray filled with pebbles that are half-filled with water under your ficus plants.
You can also put the pot on a tray of pebbles. You will need enough water so that it covers about half of your plant’s root ball. Use distilled or purified water in case there is something dissolved in tap water, such as chlorine, which could harm your plants.
Watering Requirement
The triangularis variegata needs to be watered at least every other day. When you water the ficus, make sure not to over-water it because this can cause root rot and fungus growth. The best way to tell if your tree needs a drink is when there’s visible soil on top of the potting mix surface or in the saucer that’s been placed under the pot.
Fertilization
Ficus triangularis variegata, as with most other house plants, will do well in a potting mix that contains compost. Fertilize your plant every two weeks during the growing season by adding water-soluble fertilizer at half its recommended strength. Continue to fertilize monthly when there is no more growth for the year.
The best time of day to fertilize your ficus tree is late afternoon or early evening because this can help discourage algae from forming on the leaves which may be harmful if not removed promptly.
A good rule of thumb is to stop feeding your plant about one month before it goes back into dormancy so it doesn’t have access to nutrients and continue again once winter has passed and warmer weather returns!
Height and Growth Rate
The height of a ficus triangularis variegata will depend on the variety and how well it is cared for. The most common varieties are tall growing which can reach heights between 15-25 feet when mature, but many other types stay smaller at around 20 inches in height or less when fully grown.
Most people choose to prune their plants back to keep them within bounds so they don’t take up too much space indoors while still providing plenty of room outdoors if you grow one outside your house.
Lighting
The Triangularis Variegata requires a moderate amount of light. Any more than that will result in browning leaves, and any less (such as an office setting) can lead to stunted growth. This plant is usually grown under fluorescent lights indoors or outdoors with filtered sunlight for at least eight hours each day.
Indoors, the best place for this would be near a south-facing window where they’ll receive plenty of indirect natural light throughout the day. Outdoors, you should provide it some proximity to a tree branch or large rock so it has enough shade during mid-day sun hours when the direct sun could burn their leaves. Putting them outside without sufficient shading isn’t going to work out too well!
Flowers
The flowers of the Triangularis Variegata are a light pink color and grow in pairs on either side of each leaf. These flowers will bloom from May to June, depending on where you live. While these blooms don’t smell particularly fragrant they make up for their beauty, adding an interesting touch to your home’s décor without cluttering it up like some other plants might do.
Pruning
Ficus plants are not hard to take care of, but they do require some attention. If you want your ficus plant to grow more quickly and spread its roots in all directions, then it is important that you prune the lower branches every few months. The best time for this type of cut is early spring or fall when temperatures outside are mild and there’s plenty of rain (or irrigation) going on already.
Pruning a Ficus triangularis variegata
- Remove any brown fallen leaves from the bottom leaf level with shears or scissors.
- Prune away dead wood by cutting off at least an inch below where signs of decay begin. Use a sharp blade or pruning shears.
- Cutaway any branches that are rubbing against each other. Rubbing can cause disease and rot, so it’s important to remove them before they do further damage.
- Remove the leaf stem (petiole) from every branch at its base if you desire a more compact plant,
- Choose one of these two options: keep your tips long for an open look or cut back some of the growth nodes along the main stems so your new ficus will grow bushier by sending out side shoots—pick what you think looks best!
- Pruning is necessary when planting as well in order to establish desired shape and size. The roots cannot spread when there are no leaves blocking their way.
- Prune the stem to an angle of 45 degrees and bury it in moist, well-drained soil, then water thoroughly. Make sure your pot drains well by sticking a finger down into the soil every few inches around its base and check for dampness.
- Once you have done this process twice more (once per week), cut back again at 30-degree angles until the new root system is established.
Pests and Disease
The most common pest to afflict Ficus Triangularis Variegata is the mealybug. These bugs are usually found on the lower sides of leaves and their eggs are often seen in clusters near feeding wounds, especially along leaf veins or where stems meet at nodes.
Mealybugs can be difficult to control because they produce a white waxy substance that protects them from insecticidal soap and other organic pesticides. Ficus Triangularis Variegata has a variety of leaf shapes, which are often used to differentiate it from the host plant, but even if you have your suspicions confirmed by an expert or through trial and error, there is no effective way to control mealybug populations.
Propagation
If you’re wondering how to propagate your ficus triangularis variegata tree, then all you need is a small branch with some root buds from one of the larger branches. You can use any type of potting soil mix as long as there are no fertilizers in it.
All that is needed for planting this new branch into its own pot is just a few inches deep hole at the top middle part of the container where you want to put your new Ficus Triangularis Variegata Tree.
Make sure they have plenty of room: The roots should not be too close together or else they will rot and die quickly under moist conditions like those required by these plants!
Conclusion
There is a delightful, tropical, evergreen plant known as Ficus Triangularis Variegata that can be grown and displayed inside of a house. Their large, lush foliage and tall, elegant structure make them an excellent addition to both your indoor décor and indoor plant garden.
Although the plant is beautiful, it is also easy to grow and easy to propagate, so it is not only practical but also attractive. You just have to make sure that you keep these plants away from pets and children for your own safety the plants can be extremely poisonous if eaten or handled incorrectly.
