SCENTIFIC NAME:Ficus benghalensis ‘Audrey’

KNOWN AS:Bengal Fig, Strangler Fig, Banyan Tree, Peepal, Bahupada

CLIMATE (LOCATION):India | Tropical

DESCRIPTION:This is a friendly ficus. It is easier to take care of than the Fiddle-Leaf Fig. It can make a statement in your space. Most people pot it in groups of a few stems. It looks nice whether it is small or big.

Is the Ficus Audrey the next Fiddle Leaf fig? We dont know, what we do know is the Ficus Audrey is stunning! Ficus benghalensis is the national tree of India. In its native habitat specimens have been known to grow to enormous sizes providing a thick canopy that can cover 100sq meters. While your little house plant might only be able to dream of such regality its requirements are the same. The thin paddle-shaped leaves have a soft velvety texture on the underside making it hard to keep your hands off of.

Grow Pot Size: 4
Overall Height Including Grow Pot: 10-12″
Plant Care Level: Medium

Key Benefits

As the tree matures it will begin to develop aerial roots to help it support itself.

Ficus Audrey Care Tips

How to care for information:

• Ensure you are following a consistent watering routine. Sometimes when a ficus plant is moved, it will go into shock causing it to lose leaves. Dont worry as this is only temporary. If you find a spot with bright light, keep it there.
• Try not to let the plant get to this stage as it can result in edema which is essentially moisture stress. Keep a consistent watering routine.
• Sometimes when new leaves cannot become fully developed, it means there is a lack of nutrients or sunlight.

The Ficus Audrey Story

Where is it from?
The Ficus Audrey is native to India and Pakistan. It is the national tree of India.

Who is the Ficus Audrey?
The less fussy Ficus! Audrey lives up to its elegant name.

Good For You!
Sleep? Ficus plants make excellent additions to bedrooms with their expansiveness. They can create an instant jungle!

Breath? Ficus plants are known for their air-purifying properties. Place this plant in your home and enjoy the benefits of fresh, clean air.

Is the Ficus Audrey the right plant for me?

Well, the Ficus Audrey is one tough cookie! It does have some temperamental qualities to it such as curling of its leaves when it needs to be watered or in a place with higher humidity. Other than that, this Ficus is more forgiving than its other family members. Since it has soft, fuzzy leaves, you wont need to dust as often.

Pet Friendly: The Ficus Audrey is not pet-friendly.

Location Suggestions: Living Room, Bedroom, and Office Plants