Weeping Fig
The weeping fig is popular as an indoor tree because its numerous small, pointed, green leaves and gray to beige woody bark fit our image of what a tree should be.
There are close relatives, such as the Indian laurel (F. retusa) with rounded leaves and the banana-leaved fig (F. maclellandii ‘Alii’) with long, narrow leaves.
This plant tends to lose many leaves when moved. To prevent this, purchase one that has been properly acclimated.
Weeping Fig Quick FactsScientific Name: Ficus benjamina
Common Names: Weeping Fig, Benjamina Fig, Tropical Laurel
Light Requirement for Weeping Fig: Bright Light to Filtered Light
Water Requirement for Weeping Fig: Drench, Let Dry
Humidity for Weeping Fig: High
Temperature for Weeping Fig: House
Fertilizer for Weeping Fig: Balanced
Potting Mix for Weeping Fig: All-Purpose
Propagation of Weeping Fig: Air Layering, Stem Cuttings
Decorative Use for Weeping Fig: Floor, Table
Care Rating for Weeping Fig: Demanding
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Larry Hodgson is a full time garden writer out of Quebec City in the heart of French Canada where he grows well over 3,000 species and varieties. His book credits include Making the Most of Shade, The Garden Lovers Guide to Canada, Perennials for Every Purpose, Annuals for Every Purpose, Houseplants for Dummies, and Ortho's Complete Guide to Houseplants, as well as other titles in English and French. He's the winner of the Perennial Plant Association's 2006 Garden Media Award.