Ficus Safari Plant - Ficus Benjamina, Weeping Fig

About Ficus Safari (Weeping Fig)

Ficus Safari is a variegated form of Ficus benjamina, the Weeping Fig - one of the most popular houseplants in the world, native to India and Southeast Asia. It keeps a tree-like shape at any size, making it suitable for both tabletop displays when young and large indoor "trees" as it matures, with attractive green-and-cream variegated leaves on flexible, sometimes braided or twisted trunks.

Growing Conditions

• Light: Bright room with a little direct morning sun; needs good light to thrive indoors.
• Soil: Any good, fast-draining potting soil.
• Humidity: Average indoor humidity is fine.

Placement

Makes a beautiful corner plant or entryway "tree." Ficus benjamina dislikes being moved and is sensitive to changes in watering - once you find a good spot, it prefers to stay there.

Care

• Watering: Keep steadily moist, but never let it sit in water or it will drop leaves and risk root rot.
• Fertilizer: A heavy feeder - fertilize generously through the growing season.
• Repotting: Fast-growing; repot annually in many cases, adjusting to how you're training the plant (standard, topiary, braided, bonsai, or regular houseplant form).
• Pruning: Prune away dead branches and remove dead leaves promptly to prevent fungal issues.

Note: This listing ships a young potted plant. Growth rate and mature size vary by light, care, and environment. Sap can cause mild skin irritation; mildly toxic to pets if ingested (can cause GI upset) - keep away from pets that chew leaves. It's also normal for this plant to drop some leaves after a move or a change in routine - this is a natural response, not usually a sign of a sick plant.