They love bright light but not direct sun. Put them in a light room, but not right next to the window.
She likes her soil to be kept moist, but not soggy. Try not to let her soil dry out more than the top two inches.
Her leaves absorb a lot of moisture. Spraying her with a mister every few days will encourage healthy growth.
Botanical name
Ficus microcarpa moclame
Nickname
Pot Belly Fig; Laurel Fig; Laurel Rubber; Curtain Fig; Strangling Fig
Plant type
Evergreen perennial, indoor
Air purifying
Yes
Plant height (including pot)
90-100cm (tree)
Pet/baby safe
Toxic if ingested
Nursery pot size
21cm
If you're after an indoor tree with style, the ficus moclame is a winner. In the wild they can grow incredibly tall, sometimes reaching around 18 metres. But don't worry if your ceilings aren't quite that high, our potted plant will stay under control.
Native to southern Asia and Australia, its thick and glossy rounded leaves will bring jungle vibes to any room. Simple to look after and instantly impactful without taking up much space, it's easy to see why the ficus moclame is so popular.
Did you know?
The ficus moclame is a relative of Ben the ficus benjamina and Fidel the fiddle leaf fig.
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