Ficus Benjamina Exotica - Ø27cm - ↕120cm

Ficus benjamina 'Exotica'

Appearance of the plant

Slender, graceful tree with small, glossy, dark green leaves

Elegant, slightly overhanging branches for a full and lush appearance

Usually grows to 150–200 cm tall indoors, but can reach up to 15 metres in the wild

Location

Likes a light spot with plenty of indirect sunlight

Also tolerates partial shade, but grows more slowly

Avoid bright midday sun and sudden movements to prevent leaf drop

Water requirement

Water as soon as the top layer of potting soil has dried out slightly.

A little more often in spring and summer, less in winter

Provide good drainage to prevent root rot

Winter hardiness

Not winter hardy, only suitable as a houseplant

Fun fact: The Ficus benjamina symbolizes peace, abundance, and eternal life in many cultures, and is also a proven air purifier according to NASA's Clean Air Study.