Fiddleleaf figs is a large evergreen tree native to parts of western and central Africa. It is very often grown as a houseplant as it can withstand low light level. Ficus lyrata has a large large, thick, glossy green fiddle or lyre-shaped leaves. In warm locations, fiddleleaf fig tree becomes a large, spreading tree with aerial roots which quickly become small trunks and it will grow into a large shade tree. Inside it can remain as a manageable container size plant. Place fiddleleaf figs in areas of medium light inside and at least partial sun outdoors. Water only when dry. The roots of this fig tree species aren't as aggressive as other tropical figs.