#Ficus pumila

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Meet my G. Pulchripes named Zephyr. I rehoused her in a new enclosure recently. There are live plants. I tried the technic of using a pot to protect the plants from her and so far it's working. She didn't pull or dig any of them out yet. It's been around 3 weeks and she dug a burrow behind the bark, covered the entrance on the ground level and uses the entrance at the top. So I guess she's arboreal now XD Good for her. The plants are doing well too. Philodendron is exploded and makes a new leaf each week. The fern in the back is worse than it started but the spider sits on it sometimes. Maybe it will bounce back.

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The Orb has new inhabitants!

Some intentional, some unintentional. There's a small single leaf growing next to the D. capensis that I'm hoping will turn out to be a hitchhiking bladderwort. I don't have high hopes for the ficus, but I had extra, so I might as well see if it can help steal some nutrients from the algae starting to take over the moat. Worst case scenario, they'll be springtail food.

I have much higher hopes for the moss slurry I added today. In combination with the moss from the droseras' original pots waking up, it should start to look much greener very soon!

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what'd you purchase?

a variety of gesneriads (african violets, streptocarpus, sinningia, episcia, columnea, and petrocosmea) for a vivarium im putting together ^_^ i might post pics of it here in a few weeks or so if it turns out well!

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Can you ramble about something from your biology field of interest for 5 to 115 minutes please? Favourite genus/species perhaps?

I did a bit of a ramble about Azolla a day ir two ago so go look at that bit i’ll do another.

So in the Ficus (figs) genus, which has over 800 species and includes the common fig, Ficus Carica which I will start off with as it is the most familiar to people. It is a small to medium sized tree native to the Mediterranean region as well as parts of Western Asia. It is drought tolerant and grows in semi arid and arid regions. The sweet, fleshy fruit of the tree warranted the cultivation of it across the region for thousands of years. It now is grown across the world. (this info relates to all ficus now) The fruit isn’t actually one fruit but an inverted inflorescence (look it up) called a Syconium. So basically a fleshy cave lined with fruits.

(fig torn in half)

On to the wasps. The cave like structure of has a small opening at the base of the fruit. All ficus are pollinated by minuscule wasps Sp. That generally fly into the fig, buzz around and pollinate it and die inside the fig and then dissolve wait its more complicated then that but I forgot so here is an article

https://www.fs.usda.gov/wildflowers/pollinators/pollinator-of-the-month/fig_wasp.shtml

Some species of figs, generally called banyans or strangler figs, start life growing as an epiphytic (growing off the ground such as in a tree) vine, due to it’s fruits being eaten by birds and defecating in leaf litter in the trees branches or at the base of the tree. As it climbs it creates a lattice of aerial roots that choke the trunk of the host tree. The vine reaches up into the canopy, smothering the light of the host tree, and the roots attach to the ground. This eventually kills the host, allowing the ficus to hijack the structure of the tree, as if the first tree never existed.

Banyans are a little different, but the terms are generally interchangeable. Banyans form large spreading trees, sometimes through strangling, and as the branches grow out they drop aerial roots. Once they hit the ground, they thicken to become whole new trunks, still attached to the main tree though the branches. It props up the brach and allows the canopy to extend extemely wide. The Great Banyan Tree in Bengal has the appearance of a forest but it is all from one tree!

There is Ficus Pumila, the climbing fig, which clings to hard surfaces very closely, you would barely know it is a fig species. I’ve heard the fruits were used as a gelstiniser in some asian cooking though. The ability to cover walls in harsh environments means they are great for greening up building and as an extension of that, urban areas. So that is cool.

My favourite ficus is the Moreton Bay Fig, native to NSW in Australia. It has large, pointed oval leaves with a glossy, dark green top and a red underside. It can behave as a strangler/banyan, but that kinda depends on it being in the warmer more humid areas for it to put down aerial roots .It also grows well standing as a tree on it’s own, thus it was planted across the globe in warm temperate climates as a large feature tree in parks. It is great for climbing due to its low, wide canopy and huge buttress roots which stabilise it.

I’ll leave it at that.

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my adventure into terrariums

So I just recently got into terrariums and just HAD to make some. The plants I used were:

Ficus pumila, peperomia emarginella, assorted moss, red fittonia, baby tears, duckweed, and lawn marsh pennywort.

I am SO happy with how they turned out!! I learned everything from a YouTube channel called terrarium designs.

Such a fun new hobby I found :)

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JTTW Chapter 14 Thoughts

Chapter 14 for the @journeythroughjourneytothewest Reading Group! Another nature heavy one! Potential TW: under the cut is a parasitic plant that kind of looks like yellow spiderwebbing or something similar.

Though first a little by the by as I have mentioned before I actually prefer this aspect of the German translation, which translates Xin as heart instead of mind.

Anyway it’s flower symbolism time! Wisterias in Buddhism stand for humility and reflection, which is very fitting for our monkey to be overgrown by under the mountain.

Additionally if we go with the saying ‘somebody has something coming out of his ears’ which means that someone had enough of something, the detail of those flowers growing out of Sun Wukong’s ears is even more fitting. Though I’m not sure if it’s the same in English, but that’s how the saying goes in German.

Wisterias are also very pretty and grow very abundantly which is just a gorgeous sight to behold.

However there is actually some discrepancy found between translations about which plants grow out of his ears and growing on the mountain for that matter.

In the German translation the “creepers and vines” are actually specific plants. The first is called creeping fig or climbing fig (ficus pumila or 薜 bì), which is also the one mentioned in the J.F. Jenner translation.

They can grow to cover entire surfaces too! Like this wall for example.

Dodder or amarbel or how I like to call them ‘forbidden spaghetti’ (cuscuta or 蘿 luó) is the second one.

They have little flowers too.

Those two plants stand for eremitic life in Chinese symbolism. As that note is citing the Chinese characters, I’m inclined to take this for the accurate translation.

Regardless both plants function equally well in terms of symbolism in my opinion.

Continuing with translation shenanigans “axe or drill” in the Anthony C. Yu translation is “axe or chisel” in both other translations, which sounds more natural to me. Though “drill” does bring to my mind a funny little picture of Tang Sanzang with a hard hat and a handheld drill trying to drill away the mountain above Sun Wukong.

Checking out the original Chinese with Google translate I’ve also come across something interesting. 斧鑿 fǔzáo when separated from the rest just gets translated to “axe + chisel”, but together with the full section it gets translated as “axe to chisel” instead. However when translated as part of the complete speech it’s just “But I don't have an axe.”

“Only when he […] saw the handsome features of Tripitaka” an early instance of Tang Sanzang looks having a greater influence on people.

Love to see Sun Wukong getting along with people!

A little side note because I just find it to be a really cute detail regarding the whole “sugar man or honey man”, in the German translation specific sweets are mentioned because they start with the same letter. I just think that’s neat.

I love when a bit of Slice of Life is sprinkled in and attention to detail is paid for everyday things, I hope we see some more in the future!

Ah, the first time Tang Sanzang falls from his horse.

I must admit that the names of the six bandits are more straightforward and easier to understand in the J.F. Jenner and German translation. For the J.F. Jenner translation specifically they are translated as “Eye−seeing Happiness, Ear−hearing Anger, Nose−smelling Love, Tongue−tasting Thought, Mind−born Desire, and Body−based Sorrow”. This also makes the reactions of them easier to understand as they are actually matched to one bandit each! “This made the bandits happy, angry, loving, thoughtful, desirous, and sorrowful respectively” as in the J.F. Jenner translation again. It barely comes across that those are matched in the Anthony C. Yu translation.

The bit about monks looking out even for insects is very sweet! Especially since I am a moth enjoyer, they are so fluffy and adorable.

Shigong’s shoe-based shenanigans made me briefly try to link it to Cinderella. Journey to the West is known for starting a bunch of tropes, so it makes sense my brain would try to link it with a lot of stuff, but Cinderella is probably not related. A humorous thing to imagine still.

Closing this post with another note on Tang Sanzang. Ohoho so our dear monk is able to lie. And right after telling Sun Wukong that a monk should not lie as well. He has flaws! Very neat, I quite like that actually. Character development will be something very interesting to keep an eye out for.

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That Ficus pumila is out of control

And there's a piece of gum stuck under it smh 🙄

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Summer cocktails

1. Peperomia caperata 'Napoli Nights' + Ficus pumila

2. Peperomia prostrata + Begonia listada

3. Ficus pumila + Fittonia albivenis

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The mourning gecko viv, featuring Ficus pumila, tradescantia and I forgot the name of that fuzzy purple plant. Also lime spider plant, bamboo tubes and Hazel branches. And a piece of cholla wood.

Gonna let it settle for a bit, then move the peacock gecko into it temporarily while I redo his viv before putting him back.

Then the mourning geckos!

I'm knackered.

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I kinda want to share what I'm doing. Now I'm making an enclosure for my tarantula with plants. The plan is to use a pot to protect the plants from the spider. Its the big stone like one. The small one is for the oxalis that was in one of the nursery pots for which I didn't pay. There was also a fern and a peperomia leaf. So many free plants. Tried to propagate the peperomia leaf like YouTube told me and one half decided to grow roots in the air. I thought it wasn't suppose to happen. Oh well. At least now I'm sure one of them is growing. I flipped it over, don't worry. Also oxalis has such pretty purple on the back side of the leafs, I didn't know that.

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Ficus pumila 'Quercifolia'

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6 x 58cm Artificial Hanging Climbing Fig Plant Ficus Pumila

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Ficus pumila (creeping fig or climbing fig) is a species of flowering plant in the mulberry family, native to East Asia (China, Japan, Vietnam) and naturalized in parts of the southeastern and south-central United States. The etymology of the species name corresponds to the Latin word pumilus meaning dwarf, and refers to the very small leaves of the plant.

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Tickey creeper plant

New small leaves will keep on sprouting, so your wall won’t look bare when you trim off the larger growth. If you prefer the smaller leaves that grow against the wall, trim off some of the side stems. Araujia sericifera is very fast-growing and will smother vegetation that it uses for support, often girdling the branches of trees and shrubs. Ficus pumila, or Climbing fig, is a vigorous, fast-growing evergreen vine that can climb to 15 feet or. The Moth Vine is an evergreen perennial climber with climbing stems that can reach up to 10 m in height if growing onto a support structure like a fence or taller vegetation. Tickey Creeper 1961.000 Tie - tie, Basket 0670.000 Tinderwood, 7191.000 Blue - flowered 7191.000 Tingle, Red 5598.000 Yellow 5598.000 Tipu Tree. If the plant is left to develop these side stems, the leaves will not only be larger, but the plant will become shrubbier and form thicker, woody stems. Phonetic Spelling: FY-kus PEW-mih-lah Description. This fast-spreading vine requires at least 10 feet of vertical clearance and 3 feet of. These stems don’t have the ability to grip onto the surface like the initial new growth, and the leaves that form are larger. Details APPEARANCE: Vigorous evergreen climber with small heart-shaped foliage which takes on a bronze tint when young. One Dedicated Plant For indoor pots or a small outdoor garden, you need only one creeping fig plant. Initially, it grows slowly but the small, young leaves that cling to the wall make a lovely show – it almost looks as if the young stems with their bright green leaves are creating a pattern all along the wall.Īfter a while, horizontal stems that grow away from the wall will form on the thin main stem. This climber clings to almost any surface and doesn’t need extra support or tying back. If you have an unsightly wall you’d like to cover or you just want to create contrast against an exposed brick wall, tickey creeper ( Ficus pumila) is an excellent choice. Green, LIVING WALLS Home South Africa | March 2020 These two climbers will create a pretty picture on exterior surfaces.

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Plants to cover wall

Stephanotis floribunda prefers warm conditions. The flowers are generally 4 cm long and creamy white with purple markings at first, with the white later turning orange-yellow. It has trifoliate (3 lobed) leaves and short racemes (flower spikes) of extremely coiled and twisted flowers that lead to its common name. Phaseolus caracalla (warm conditions-summer flowering) Most soils are suitable in a sunny or partially shaded position. They generally have a typical primrose type flower consisting of a slender tube and 5 or 6 flat spreading lobes followed by a black berry like fruit. Mostly tropical climbers, some are hardy in cooler areas. Well drained organic soils are preferred. They grow in temperate to tropical conditions but can be grown in protected positions, such as on a verandah in cooler areas. Hoyas are twining and root clinging climbers with fleshy leaves and clusters of generally long lasting, waxy petalled, star-like flowers. NOTE: The following plants are relevant for warm climates such as Northern Australia, Northern Africa, etc: Your choice needs to be influenced by what it is growing alongside and how much effort you intend to put into maintenance. If you choose a plant that is too weak, it may not survive. If you choose a plant that is too vigorous, it can dominate other plants around it, and may require a lot of effort to keep under control. Climbers can also be allowed to climb other plants, or even to scramble over rocks, tree stumps or logs.A frame made of galvanised water pipe, or similar material.The supports or roof of a pergola, arbour or archway.A climber on a wall will create a softer appearance and help reduce temperature extremes (eg: keeping the garden cooler on a hot day). You can use materials such as trellis, wire mesh, single wires or nylon strings (not jute -that will rot). Most climbers need something to climb on. If you are worried about climbers causing damage, ones to avoid are those such as Hedera (ivy) and Ficus pumila which cling to even smooth surfaces such as a concrete wall, and can eventually grow into small cracks in the wall then expand enlarging those cracks. Some climbers cause less damage than others, but no matter what you use, you should check for damage every few years, and trim back the climber if need be. The only major problems are that, if left uncontrolled, some rampant climbers can block drain pipes or gutters on buildings, while some can do serious damage to the structure (or tree) they are clinging to. Many have very attractive flowers or foliage. They are also a cheap and easy way to cover up something unsightly, such as a shed or water tank, or to soften a harsh wall, fence or tree trunk. Climbers can also be used to provide shelter or shade by enclosing structures, such as shadehouses, pergolas and arbours. If you have a small garden, climbers can be used to hide walls, or fence off boundaries, without spreading into the limited space of the garden. These include clematis, sweetpea, Rambling Roses and Virginia Creeper.Climbers are versatile plants that can often serve the same purpose as shrubs, while using less space. 'All offer different forms, shapes, colours and textures, so there is plenty of choice.' What climbing plant grows fastest?Ĭlimbers don't like to hang around! Some of the easiest climbing plant ideas are also the quickest to grow. 'Top climbing plants, that are very easy to grow include clematis, honeysuckle (Lonicera), rose, wisteria and even grape vines,' advises Chris from Gardening Express. Luckily, a lot of popular climbing plant ideas are easy to get going so long as they're cared for and supported. 'This in the long term potentially cause structural problems.' What's the easiest climbing plant to grow? 'It is important to make sure climbers aren’t left to grow under roof tiles or into gutters, as this can block drains and gutters' warns Chris from Gardening Express. This favoured easy climbing plant ideas is perfect for giving country gardens that intimate, picturesque look. They are easy to grow and take up little space. These beautiful plants have become very popular, as their beautiful bell flowers come in almost every colour.

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Tickey creeper plant

Bines typically twine their stems around an object for support. Botanists divide climbing plants into two broad groups: Bines and Vines. Many climber plants are vines whose stems wrap around trees and branches but there are other methods of climbing. Lets see if Tickey creeper can survice Dexter. What is a climbing plant A climbing plant is a plant that climbs up trees and other tall objects. I have planted this creeper against an unsightly wall in the deep shade garden out back where nothing much grows as it is Dexter’s stomping ground and play area (where he is allowed to do as he pleases – the area is known as “Dexter’s garden”). Propogation: From herbaceous or woody stem cuttings. Pruning: Cut back hard to control the invasive nature of the tickey creeper Ficus pumila or Tckey Creeper can attach itself to any porous surface and is an aggressive and beautiful vine. Soil requirements: Requires consistently moist soil – should not be left to dry out between waterings For more great home and gardening shows, tune in or visit. Family Moraceae Common/English Names Climbing Ficus, Climbing Fig, Creeping Fig, Creeping Rubber Plant, Fig Ivy, Ticky Creeper, Tropical Ivy Vernacular. Ficus pumila, or Climbing fig, is a vigorous, fast-growing evergreen vine that can climb to 15 feet or. This video is brought to you in partnership with The Home Channel, DStv channel 176. Fruit / flower: Insignificant and rarely seenįoliage description: The leaves are simple, heart-shaped, small when young, changing as the plant matures to larger, 2-4in long, oblong and leathery form. Phonetic Spelling: FY-kus PEW-mih-lah Description.