Sarah

Ficus microcarpa moclame

Pot Belly Fig; Laurel Fig; Laurel Rubber; Curtain Fig; Strangling Fig

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  Easy care
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  Bright light

• Sarah likes...
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    Bright light

    They love bright light but not direct sun. Put them in a light room, but not right next to the window.

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    Regular watering

    She likes her soil to be kept moist, but not soggy. Try not to let her soil dry out more than the top two inches.

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    Humidity

    Her leaves absorb a lot of moisture. Spraying her with a mister every few days will encourage healthy growth.

• Quick facts

  Botanical name

  Ficus microcarpa moclame

  Nickname

  Pot Belly Fig; Laurel Fig; Laurel Rubber; Curtain Fig; Strangling Fig

  Plant type

  Evergreen perennial, indoor

  Air purifying

  Yes

  Plant height (including pot)

  90-100cm (tree)

  Pet/baby safe

  Toxic if ingested

  Nursery pot size

  21cm

• About ficus moclame

  If you're after an indoor tree with style, the ficus moclame is a winner. In the wild they can grow incredibly tall, sometimes reaching around 18 metres. But don't worry if your ceilings aren't quite that high, our potted plant will stay under control.

  Native to southern Asia and Australia, its thick and glossy rounded leaves will bring jungle vibes to any room. Simple to look after and instantly impactful without taking up much space, it's easy to see why the ficus moclame is so popular.

  Did you know?

  The ficus moclame is a relative of Ben the ficus benjamina and Fidel the fiddle leaf fig.