Faux fiddle leaf fig size guide — which height is right?
Here's the full breakdown so you can pick with confidence, not a guess.
The fiddle leaf fig has one of the most recognisable silhouettes in interior styling — large, glossy, violin-shaped leaves on visible branching stems. That same bold leaf shape means getting the size wrong is more noticeable here than with almost any other faux plant. Too small, and a fake fiddle leaf fig tree looks like an afterthought. Too large for the room, and the leaves start crowding the ceiling instead of framing the space.
Measure before you choose
Two numbers matter: your ceiling height, and the width of the space you're placing it in. Height gets you into the right size range; width tells you whether you need a slim single-stem version or a fuller multi-branch one.
Stand where the plant will go and look up. If there's less than 40cm of clearance above where the top leaves would sit, size down — a fiddle leaf fig brushing the ceiling looks cramped, not tall.
Size chart
| Size | Ceiling height | Best for | Pot diameter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150cm | 2.4m | Bedrooms, home offices, apartment living rooms | 24–28cm |
| 160cm | 2.4m – 2.7m | Living room corners, beside sofas, open-plan spaces | 26–30cm |
| 180cm | 2.7m+ | Statement living rooms, entryways, double-height spaces | 30–36cm |
150cm or 160cm both work comfortably. Go 160cm if the room can take a genuine statement piece; 150cm if the space is smaller or already has other tall furniture.
This is where 180cm earns its place. A smaller fiddle leaf fig can look lost in a tall room — don't undersize just to save on cost.
Single-stem vs multi-branch — the other size decision
Beyond height, fiddle leaf figs come in single-stem (one central trunk, narrower footprint) and multi-branch (fuller, wider canopy) forms. Single-stem suits narrow gaps and minimalist rooms where you want a clean vertical line. Multi-branch needs more floor space either side but delivers a fuller, more established look.
Our faux fiddle leaf fig range
Three real wood trunks rising naturally from the base, generous glossy canopy starting low and building upward. Proportioned for standard 2.4m Australian ceilings.
View 150CM fiddle leaf fig →Three real wood trunks, even denser canopy, 180cm of genuine visual authority. For homes with higher ceilings or spaces where a more commanding presence is wanted.
View 180CM fiddle leaf fig →Frequently asked questions
What's the most popular fiddle leaf fig size for Australian homes?
160cm, by a good margin — tall enough to be a genuine statement in a standard 2.4m room without brushing the ceiling.
Is it better to size up or down if I'm unsure?
Size up. An undersized fiddle leaf fig reads as an accessory; a correctly-sized or slightly larger one reads as a design decision.
What pot size do I need for a 180cm fiddle leaf fig?
30–36cm in diameter, in a finish that doesn't compete with the leaves — matte black, white, or natural terracotta all work well against the deep green foliage.
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