Ficus benghalensis Audrey (Bengal Fig) – Indoor House Plants

Ficus benghalensis Audrey is an ornamental indoor house plant. It has large, thick, oval-shaped, leathery leaves. Prominent, pale pink-green veins stand out against the glossy richness of the leaf color. Ficus benghalensis Audrey plant filters airborne toxins from the surrounding atmosphere. It is considered to be poisonous, therefore keep away from children and animals.

Scientific Name: Ficus benghalensis Audrey
Common Name: Bengal Fig

How to grow and maintain Ficus benghalensis Audrey (Bengal Fig):

Light :
It thrives best in bright, indirect light but can tolerate some light shade. Direct sunlight may scorch the leaves.

Soil:
It grows well in a rich, well-draining potting soil that contains sand, peat moss, and a little bark.

Temperature :
It prefers ideal temperatures of 16°C – 24°C / 65°F – 75°F. Try not to allow temperatures to decrease lower than 50°f / 10°c

Watering:
Water your plant regularly during the growing season and always keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy. Allow the topsoil to become slightly dry between each watering. During the winter months, reduce watering.

Fertilizer:
Fertilize once a month in the spring and summer with a balanced plant food diluted to half the recommended strength. Avoid fertilizing when it is not in active growth, usually in winter.

Propagation:
It can be easily propagated by stem cuttings or by air-layering.

Pruning:
The best time to prune is in the late summer or early fall after a ficus tree has stopped growing for the year. You can prune dead or broken branches at any time during the year. Trim to maintain shape, but be aware that sticky latex will ooze from the ends of the cut stems. This can be an irritant, therefore wash your hands if any comes into contact with your skin.

Pests and Diseases:
Bengal Fig is susceptible to houseplant pests such as spider mites, scale, and Mealy Bugs. Spraying your ficus with the green solution.