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Benghalensis fig tree

Ficus benghalensis

Also found as Ficus benghalensis L.

Ficus Benghalensis (Ficus benghalensis) is a tree like companion plant. Its care profile below covers light, water, temperature, humidity, substrate, feeding, seasonal care, propagation, and household placement.

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Typical placement: A woody tropical foliage plant display with the stated light, temperature, water, and drainage conditions
Care: Moderate · Woody tropical foliage plant
Everyday size: A floor-scale woody specimen that can become a substantial indoor tree with time.
Collector class: Mainstream
Seller listings: No verified seller listed

Botanical identity

One canonical record.

Names, aliases, lineage, and care information are organized here under one companion plant record.

Genus: Ficus
Family: Moraceae
Genetic status: Species
Propagation forms: Cutting · Rooted cutting · Seedling
Plant form: Representative photograph
Information checked: 2026-07-31

Household safety

Keep away from children and pets

Ficus safety guidance identifies irritating sap compounds. Do not allow cats or dogs to chew this plant.

Do not ingest. Keep leaves, stems, roots, flowers, and fallen material out of children's reach.

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Practical care guide

How to care for Benghalensis fig tree

Woody tropical foliage plant guidance translated into an everyday growing plan.

Moderate

Light: Bright filtered light, with gentle direct sun where acclimated
Water: Water when the upper 3–5 cm dries; saturate and drain
Temperature: Warm room temperatures with no abrupt cold drafts (15–30°C)
Humidity: Average household humidity; higher humidity improves leaf quality (35–70%)
Potting medium: Structured peat-free potting mix with bark and mineral drainage
Drainage: Free draining; use a stable container sized to the root ball
Feeding: Balanced feed monthly during active growth
Pruning and grooming: Rotate for balanced growth and prune cleanly to control size
Seasonal rhythm: Expect slower growth and reduced water use in winter
Propagation: Stem cuttings, air layering, or seed depending on the genus
Travel planning: Established plants usually tolerate seven to ten days after watering
Common watch-outs: Spider mites · Mealybugs · Scale insects · Fungus gnats when the root zone stays too wet · Root rot from poor drainage · Leaf spotting where foliage remains wet without airflow

Care sourcesRoyal Horticultural Society — Houseplants

Safety and placement

A clear household plan

Genus-level or toxic-principle guidance from veterinary toxicology; no non-toxic claim is made for this species.

Pets: Ficus safety guidance identifies irritating sap compounds. Do not allow cats or dogs to chew this plant.
Children: Do not ingest. Keep leaves, stems, roots, flowers, and fallen material out of children's reach.
Handling: Sap can irritate skin or eyes; wear gloves when pruning A mature plant and container may be heavy
Placement: Use a genuinely inaccessible position; a high shelf is not sufficient for climbing cats or falling leaves.
If exposure happens: If a person chews the plant, contact Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222. For animal exposure, call a veterinarian or ASPCA Animal Poison Control at 1-888-426-4435; urgent breathing, collapse, seizure, or severe swelling requires emergency care.

Safety sourcesFicus toxicology guidance Poison Control plant safety guide

Plant visual

The companion plant, clearly credited.

Primary identification photograph

The source photograph is retained with its original credit and license.

Photographer: McKay Savage
License: CC BY 2.0
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Botanical source: View identity source

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Benghalensis fig tree

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