Why You’ll Love It
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Easy to Grow: Perfect for beginners and experienced plant lovers alike.
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Low Maintenance: Thrives with minimal care and adapts well indoors.
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Statement Plant: Bold foliage and architectural form elevate any space.
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Versatile Use: Ideal for living rooms, offices, lobbies, and modern interiors.
Plant Details
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Plant Type: Evergreen Tropical Tree
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Species: Ficus microcarpa
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Common Names: Microcarpa, Indian Laurel Fig.
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Genus: Ficus.
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Water: Dry Mesic.
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Soil: Well-drained soil.
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Fertilizers: Balanced fertilizer
Plant Structure
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Form: Upright tree with a dense, rounded canopy.
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Leaves: Glossy, elliptic green leaves with smooth texture and visible veins.
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Growth Habit: Slow to moderate growth; develops a strong trunk and can form aerial roots under high humidity.
Water & Drought Tolerance
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Watering Needs: Water when the top layer of soil dries slightly.
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Drought Tolerance: Moderate – prefers consistent watering but tolerates short dry periods.
Temperature Tolerance
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Optimal Range: 15 – 30°C
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Climate: Tropical; sensitive to frost and cold drafts.
Light Requirements
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Bright to full indirect light is ideal. Can tolerate some direct sunlight indoors but should not be placed in deep shade.
Safety Information
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Toxic Level: Non-toxic to humans.
(Sap may cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals)
