Origin
South America
Light
Dappled shade
Watering
Twice a week
Care
Expert
Flowering
Foliage
Indoor
Ficus Benjamina
It drops its leaves at every move, then recovers: once it has found its spot, leaving it alone is the only rule that matters.
Care Profile
A guide to ensuring your botanical companion thrives.
Origin
Southeast Asia
Light
Bright indirect
Watering
Weekly
Maintenance
Easy
The one that hates being moved
A large tree of Southeast Asian forests, where it passes thirty metres, indoors it asks for one thing only: stability.
Every change of light, temperature or draught brings a heavy leaf drop, followed by fresh growth as long as you don't add a second change.
"It dies not of neglect, but of moving house."
01
Styling Tip 01
One spot, then hands off
Choose its place away from doors and air conditioning, then don't move it again, not even a few metres.
02
Styling Tip 02
Water when the surface dries
Wait for the top of the mix to dry, water thoroughly, then always empty the saucer.
03
Styling Tip 03
Prune in late winter
Shorten the branches wearing gloves: the white latex that bleeds out is a skin irritant.
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Origin
Southeast Asia
Light
Low to bright
Watering
Weekly
Care
Easy
Flowering
Foliage