Ficus Audrey (Ficus benghalensis)

Ficus Audrey, scientifically known as Ficus benghalensis, is a spectacular indoor plant, quickly becoming one of the most appreciated alternatives to Ficus lyrata. It stands out through its oval, velvety, dark green leaves with light veins and a light-colored stem, creating a modern, bright, and very decorative appearance.

It is considered the "national plant of India," symbolizing longevity and vitality.

🌿 Botanical characteristics

• Family: Moraceae

• Type: ornamental indoor tree

• Leaves: oval, velvety, with silky texture

• Habit: vertical, elegant, with branching tendency

• Growth: moderate, uniform

☀️ Growing conditions

• Light: strong indirect light; avoid strong direct sunlight

• Watering: moderate; allow the soil surface to dry between waterings

• Humidity: medium–high; light misting appreciated

• Soil: loose, well-drained, rich in organic matter

• Temperature: ideal 18–28°C, without sudden variations

🌱 Secret Garden recommendation

👉 For strong roots and stable growth, use Secret Garden professional substrate for Monstera & tropical plants, a balanced mix of peat, pine bark, perlite, and coconut fiber, perfect for ficus and green plants:

💚 Advantages and uses

• Dense foliage, decorative all year round

• Modern appearance, suitable for living rooms, offices, and bright spaces

• Easier to care for than Ficus lyrata

• Robust plant, resistant to moderate environmental variations

⚠️ Note: Leaves may show small imperfections caused by transport or humidity variations. These aspects do not affect the plant's viability.
Height with pot included approx. 30-40 cm