String of Frogs

Description

String of Frogs for Sale — Miniature Frog-Shaped Leaves on a Fast-Growing Terrarium Vine

If you’ve been searching for String of Frogs for sale, Quinn’s Fins grows Ficus pumila ‘Quercifolia’ — commonly known as String of Frogs, Miniature Oakleaf Fig, or Creeping Fig — right here in our on-site nursery greenhouse. String of Frogs is one of the most popular and immediately recognizable terrarium and paludarium vines available — a miniature cultivar of the well-known Creeping Fig that produces tiny, bright vivid green, lobed leaves just ½ inch wide on delicate trailing and climbing stems. The whimsical leaves genuinely resemble both the silhouette of a tiny frog and the shape of a miniature oak leaf — earning this plant two evocative common names that capture its playful character perfectly. Native to East Asia (China and Japan), String of Frogs is notably smaller and more slow-growing than standard Creeping Fig, making it far more manageable in terrarium and paludarium environments where standard Ficus pumila would quickly overwhelm the space. Its humidity-loving nature and ability to creep, trail, and climb across backgrounds, cork bark, hardscape, and soil surfaces make it one of the most versatile and impactful terrarium plants available. String of Frogs for sale at Quinn’s Fins is available in 2″ pot (SKU 6150-1, $8.99) or 3″ pot (SKU 6150-2, $10.99).

Key Features of String of Frogs for Sale

• Tiny ½-inch lobed leaves resembling frog silhouettes and miniature oak leaves — whimsical, immediately recognizable leaf form
• Creeps, trails, and climbs readily — covers backgrounds, cork bark, hardscape, and soil surfaces naturally
• Significantly smaller and more manageable than standard Creeping Fig — ideal for terrarium and paludarium scale
• Fast grower relative to the miniature scale — fills in ground cover and background areas quickly under good conditions
• Humidity-loving — thrives in the high-humidity environments of terrariums, paludariums, and vivariums
• Excellent bioactive enclosure plant — helps maintain humidity and provides cover for microfauna like springtails and isopods
• Dense trailing vines create a lush, natural aesthetic — transforms bare backgrounds into a living green surface

Growing String of Frogs — Care at a Glance

Terrarium and Paludarium Use

String of Frogs is one of the most well-suited plants for closed and open terrariums, paludariums, and bioactive vivariums — its love of humidity, ability to cover backgrounds, and manageable miniature scale make it a go-to choice for both beginner and experienced builders. In bioactive enclosures, its dense trailing growth provides cover and habitat for springtails and isopods.

Light

String of Frogs thrives in bright indirect light and tolerates lower light conditions — making it versatile in terrarium environments where light levels can vary. Avoid direct sun, which scorches the delicate miniature leaves. In bioactive enclosures, position near the light source for the healthiest, most compact growth.

Humidity

Prefers moderate to high humidity — 30–100%. Thrives in the naturally humid environment of closed and open terrariums and paludariums. In dry household conditions, the leaves may curl and brown at the edges.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged — String of Frogs is more moisture-loving than true succulents and should not be allowed to dry out completely between waterings. In terrarium environments, the enclosed or semi-enclosed humidity typically provides adequate moisture with minimal supplemental watering.

Toxicity Warning

String of Frogs contains Ficus latex which is toxic to pets if ingested — keep away from cats, dogs, and other animals that may chew on the plant.

Propagation

Propagate from stem cuttings in water or directly in moist soil — roots develop quickly, typically within 1–2 weeks. Regular pruning maintains a compact habit and produces abundant cuttings for new placements in the enclosure.

Temperature

Maintains best growth between 55–85°F (13–29°C). Protect from frost and avoid cold drafts.

Two Ways to Buy String of Frogs for Sale at Quinn’s Fins

• 2″ Pot (SKU 6150-1) — $8.99: Nursery-grown starter plant in a 2″ pot.
• 3″ Pot (SKU 6150-2) — $10.99: Fuller, more established plant in a 3″ pot with more developed trailing coverage.

Nursery-Grown at Quinn’s Fins

Every String of Frogs for sale at Quinn’s Fins is grown right here in our on-site nursery greenhouse. We grow what we sell.

For more on growing String of Frogs and other terrarium plants, visit the NC Extension Ficus pumila plant profile or browse our full selection of terrarium and paludarium plants at Quinn’s Fins.

String of Frogs Plant Details