Species Name: Ficus benghalensis 'Audrey'

Common name(s): Banyan Fig, Strangler Fig 

Defining Characteristics: 

• Easy care, hardy species of ficus
• Almond-shaped emerald-colored leaves
• The national tree of India
• Appreciates bright light; does not tolerate low light spaces

Recommended Pot Size: Medium 

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of glass terrariums, container garden soils, drainage layers, and other supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature requirement: Above 55°F

Humidity: Dry (0-30%)   Moderate (30-70%)   Humid (70-100%)

Watering frequency: Moderate Watering. Water once the top inch of soil becomes dry. 

Lighting:  Full Shade     Partial Shade      Full Sun

Soil type: Well draining potting soil or a prepared soil mixture such as Josh's Frogs Potting Soil mix offered Here. 

Growth rate: Moderate -  Fast 

Height: 5-10’

Origin: India and Pakistan 

Regional locality: Naturally occurring in tropical forests throughout the subcontinent

USDA Hardiness Zone: 10-11

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use:

Care Notes: Overwatering may cause the plant to yellow and quickly drop leaves. Extended time in direct sunlight will cause the leaves to burn. 

*Ficus benghalensis is mildly toxic to both humans and pets as the sap contains calcium oxalate crystals. We deem this plant safe for use with the above animals, but the more risk-averse may wish to avoid it. For more information please visits the ASPCA list of Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants

Shipping Notes: 

As a good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly, removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT

The plant pictured is in a 2.5" pot.