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Variegated Weeping Fig (Ficus Benjamina Profit) 15,19,30cm
Price range: R140.00 through R520.00
Elegant Air-Purifying Ficus
Scientific Name: Ficus benjamina ‘Profit’
Common Names / Known As: Variegated Weeping Fig, Profit Ficus, Benjamin Fig
Overview: The Variegated Weeping Fig ‘Profit’ is a graceful houseplant with drooping branches and glossy, pointed leaves splashed with creamy-white variegation, native to Southeast Asia and Australia. Its airy, tree-like form and air-purifying qualities make it a stylish choice for indoor spaces, though it’s a bit finicky about changes.
Quirky Fact / Common Use: As Bangkok’s official tree, this ficus is a master air purifier, filtering toxins like formaldehyde, and its ‘Profit’ name hints at prosperity, making it a Feng Shui favorite for inviting wealth.
Available in: 19cm, 19cm and 30cm Nursery Pots
Ideal For:
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Apartments, offices, or homes with bright, indirect light for vibrant variegation.
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Plant enthusiasts willing to pamper a slightly temperamental yet rewarding plant.
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Sprucing up living rooms or hallways with air-purifying, elegant foliage.
Available in: 15cm,19cm and 30cm Pots
(Received plants may differ slightly from images displayed. Unless otherwise specified, all Plants come in black nursery pots)
Light: Bright, indirect light; place 1-2 meters from a window with filtered light to maintain variegation, avoiding direct sun to prevent leaf scorch.
Watering: Water when the top 2-5 cm of soil feels dry, typically every 7-10 days, using filtered water to avoid chemical buildup; ensure excellent drainage.
Temperature: Thrives in 18-24°C; keep above 13°C to prevent leaf drop from cold stress.
Pet Friendly? ❌ Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested, causing mouth irritation.
Care: Mist leaves or use a humidifier to maintain 40-60% humidity and prevent brown tips; avoid moving the plant to minimize leaf drop stress.
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