Botanical Name: Ficus benjamina

Common Name(s): Weeping fig, Benjamin tree, ficus tree

Description:

Native to Asia and Australia, Ficus ‘Breeze’ boasts gracefully drooping branchlets and glossy leaves with a splash of yellow, making it a popular houseplant for its aesthetic appeal and ease of care.

This ficus species can grow in a range of environments, from tropical forests to households. In its natural habitat, Ficus benjamina can reach heights of up to 100ft, so pruning may be necessary for those growing it indoors.

Research has shown Ficus benjamina is efficient at absorbing common household air pollutants, such as formaldehyde and xylene, yet is also a source of allergies for those with a latex sensitivity.

Not suitable for pet owners.

• Botanical Name: Ficus benjamina
  

• Common Name(s): Weeping fig, Benjamin tree, ficus tree
  

• Description:Native to Asia and Australia, Ficus ‘Benjamina’ with gracefully drooping branchlets and glossy leaves with a splash of yellow and is a popular houseplant for its ease of care and elegant growth. Although the Ficus plant grows naturally in lowland tropical forests, it can thrive in a large range of environments. In its natural habitat, this ficus grows to a large and stately tree up to 100ft tall, so indoor growing may require pruning. Although it was determined that Ficus benjamina is effective at removing common household air toxins formaldehyde and xylene, it is also a source of allergies, especially for people allergic to latex. Not recommended for pet owners.