Ficus microcarpa 'Moclame' — H110 cm | Pot Ø23 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why do the leaves of an indoor Ficus fall after delivery? This is a normal reaction to the change of environment — place it immediately in its permanent, stable, and bright location without moving it again.
Can the Ficus Moclame grow in a low-light room? It tolerates partial shade but gradually loses its dense foliage and vigor — a well-lit room with indirect light is essential to maintain the compact shape of its crown.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
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We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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🌿 Dense shiny green foliage in a ball • 🌀 Characteristic braided trunk • ☀️ Bright indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 📏 H110 cm | Pot Ø23 cm
The Ficus microcarpa 'Moclame' is distinguished by its immediately recognizable silhouette: a twisted braided trunk topped with a dense, compact crown of foliage with small shiny round green leaves. Native to Southeast Asia, it naturally grows in tropical forests as an epiphyte or at forest edges. Find all varieties in the Ficus collection.
More compact than the Ficus Benjamina and more structured than the Ficus Lyrata, the Moclame fits perfectly in bright interiors where it creates a balanced plant presence without cluttering.
Which Ficus variety to choose?
The Ficus genus offers a great diversity of shapes, sizes, and textures — all varieties are available in the Ficus collection. Here’s how the Ficus microcarpa 'Moclame' stands out from the others:
- Ficus microcarpa 'Moclame' (this plant) — twisted braided trunk, compact ball-shaped foliage, small shiny round green leaves, slow growth. The most structured and sculptural version.
- Ficus Benjamina 'Danielle' — small shiny dark green leaves, elegant weeping habit, single trunk. The classic weeping version.
- Ficus Benjamina 'Twilight' — variegated green and cream white leaves, bright weeping habit. The airy variegated version.
- Ficus Lyrata branched — very large lyre-shaped leaves, dark matte green, architectural upright habit. The graphic XXL version.
- Ficus Elastica Robusta — large thick dark glossy green leaves, majestic upright habit. The classic rubber tree version.
- Ficus Elastica Belize — thick variegated leaves in green, pink, and cream. The spectacular colorful version.
- Ficus Benghalensis 'Audrey' 3 stems — large medium green velvety leaves with light veins, 3 trunks. The large velvety version.
Exposure & location
The Ficus microcarpa 'Moclame' thrives in stable bright indirect light. It tolerates partial shade but its dense, compact foliage holds up much better near a well-exposed window. The key with this Ficus: avoid moving it — like all Ficus, it reacts to relocation by dropping leaves, as detailed in our guide on light and humidity balance for indoor plants.
- Exposure: bright indirect light — avoid direct sun which burns the leaves.
- Location: bright living room, entrance, or office facing east or west.
- Temperature: 18–24 °C, without sudden changes or drafts.
- Humidity: medium — light misting 1 to 2 times a week is beneficial.
Turn it a quarter turn every two weeks to encourage even growth of the crown — without rotation, the foliage grows asymmetrically toward the light source.
Watering & care
The Moclame requires moderate and regular watering — let the surface of the substrate dry out between waterings. Excess water is the main cause of yellowing and leaf drop, as our guide on watering indoor plants reminds. In winter, water less often.
- Frequency: every 10 to 12 days in spring-summer, every 2 to 3 weeks in winter.
- Drainage: essential — pot with drainage holes and well-draining substrate.
- Cleaning: wipe the leaves with a soft damp cloth to preserve their shine.
- Fertilizer: once a month from April to September, diluted liquid fertilizer at half strength.
- Pruning: possible in spring to maintain the compact shape of the crown.
If leaves fall after delivery, don’t panic — this is a normal reaction to the change of environment. Place it in its final spot as soon as you receive it and don’t touch it anymore.
Decor ideas & plant combinations
The lollipop silhouette of the Ficus Moclame — a twisted braided trunk topped with a dense foliage ball — makes it a sculptural plant that structures a space without visually weighing it down. Its shiny green leaves naturally complement neutral tones and natural materials.
- In a bright living room, place it in the Capi Nature Groove taupe pot — the striped texture and neutral taupe shade highlight the braided trunk and anchor the arrangement in a natural and contemporary style.
- For a balanced plant arrangement, pair it with a Zamioculcas ZZ on the floor — the upright stems and glossy leaves of the Zamioculcas contrast with the Moclame’s compact spherical form for a graphic and resilient duo.
- In a bright entryway, place it opposite a Kentia Palm — the lightness of the Kentia’s fronds contrasts with the compact density of the Moclame’s crown, two opposing shapes for a very elegant green entryway effect.
- For a more compact size, the Ficus Moclame Ø21 cm H95 cm offers the same braided silhouette in a more accessible size, ideal for a desk or a low, bright shelf.
Verdeia advice
- Choose its permanent location upon delivery: the Ficus Moclame is sensitive to environmental changes — each move risks causing leaf drop. Place it once and for all in a stable, bright spot.
- Always check the substrate before watering: insert your finger 3–4 cm deep — if it’s still moist, wait longer. Leaf drop accompanied by consistently moist substrate signals overwatering, which should be corrected immediately.
- Repot only when roots overflow: the Moclame prefers a slightly narrow pot and grows slowly — repotting too early into a large pot encourages excessive root moisture. See our guide on repotting indoor plants to choose the right time.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Ficus microcarpa 'Moclame'
- Common name: Indoor fig
- Origin: Southeast Asia
- Dimensions at delivery: H110 cm | Pot Ø23 cm
- Light: bright indirect light
- Watering: moderate — allow the surface to dry between waterings
- Temperature: 18–24 °C
- Growth: slow
- Care: easy to moderate
- Toxicity to pets: slightly toxic (irritant latex)
- Decorative style: Urban jungle / Sculptural / Contemporary
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The crown density and the shape of the braided trunk naturally vary depending on age and growing conditions.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.