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Ficus Benjamina, Weeping Fig – Plant – FBW-588925

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Ficus is a pan-tropical genus of trees, shrubs and vines occupying a wide variety of ecological niches; most are evergreen, but some deciduous species are endemic to areas outside of the tropics and to higher elevations.
Fig species are characterized by their unique inflorescence and distinctive pollination syndrome, which utilizes wasp species belonging to the Agaonidae family for pollination.The always popular ficus tree is a member of the fig family and perfect for caring for as a houseplant. There are several varieties of this plant that are grown as houseplants. Among these are the Ficus benjamina or weeping fig, the Ficus lyrata or fiddle head fig, and the Ficus elastica decora or rubber tree.Ficus plants range from large trees to woody shrubs to trailing vines. The Ficus comes in many shapes and sizes that make this a popular focal point in your home.Ficus (genus Ficus), a group of about 900 species of trees, shrubs, and vines, commonly called figs. Native primarily to tropical areas of East Asia, they are distributed throughout the tropics of a world. Many are tall forest trees that are buttressed by great spreading roots; others are planted as ornamentals.The always popular ficus tree is a member of the fig family and perfect for caring for as a houseplant. There are several varieties of this plant that are grown as houseplants. Among these are the ficus benjamina or weeping fig, the Licus lyrata or fiddle head fig, and the ficus elastica decora or rubber tree. The Bodhi tree, under which the Buddha achieved enlightenment, is believed by many to have been a Ficus religiosa. The most popular as an indoor tree is the ficus benjamina.Plant Specifications

Plant Height
25 inch (64 cm)

Plant Spread
8 inch (20 cm)

*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%

Common Name
Weeping Fig

Maximum Reachable Height
It is a tree reaching 2 meters to 30 meters (98 ft) tall in natural conditions. Most people keep it as indoor for 2 to 3 years.

Bloom Time
The flowers are inconspicuous.

Difficulty Level
Easy to medium

Planting and careCold drafts from windows or doors will harm them, so make sure to place them somewhere where drafts will not be an issue.Losing its leaves is the most common problems with ficus plants. Ficus tree shows a standard reaction to stress is Leaf drop, whether it is from any of the following: Under watering or over watering, Low humidity, Too little light, Relocation or repotting, Drafts, Range in temperature (too hot or cold).If your ficus is losing its leaves, go through the checklist of proper ficus tree care and correct anything that you find wrong.Ficus Benjamina care

Sunlight
Most ficus trees enjoy bright indirect or filtered light with variegated varieties happily able to take medium light. Bright, direct light may result in scalding of the leaves and leaf loss.

Watering
When watering, always check the top of the soil first. If the top of the soil is wet, do not water as this means they have enough moisture. If the top of the soil feels dry to the touch, this indicates that they need water.

Soil
Rich, humusy and well-drained soil

Temperature
Ficus trees also cannot tolerate low temperatures or drafts. They need to be kept in temperatures above 60 degrees F (16 degrees C) and actually prefer temperatures above 70 degrees F (21 degrees C).

Fertilizer
Feed with slow-release pellets in the beginning of the growing season. Fertilize once a month in the spring and summer and once every two months in the fall and winter.

Ficus Benjamina special featureMost ficus bonsai trees can produce aerial roots in their natural habitat, which are often presented in appealing bonsai creations with many aerial root pillars or root over rock styles. To enable aerial root growth in our homes a humidity of nearly 100% must be achieved artificially.

You can use a glass cover, fish tank or a construction with transparent sheets for this purpose.

The Bodhi tree, under which the Buddha achieved enlightenment, is believed by many to have been a ficus religiosa.

Fig species are characterized by their unique inflorescence and distinctive pollination syndrome, which utilizes wasp species belonging to the Agaonidae family for pollination.Ficus Benjamina uses
Ornamental Use:

Ficus trees can maintain their tree-like shape regardless of their size, so this makes them ideal for bonsais or for massive houseplants in large spaces
The plant is used for ornamental purpose
Its generally kep indoor in living room and in terrac area

Culinary Use:
The common fig (Ficus carica) is cultivated for its pear-shaped, edible fruits, which are really hollow fleshy receptacles (syconia) containing hundreds of male and female flowers

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