Ficus Benjamina 'Goldenking' (Golden weeping fig) — H95 cm | Pot Ø21 cm
- Regular price
-
€47,95 - Regular price
-
- Sale price
-
€47,95
Couldn't load pickup availability
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
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
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
Need help? Contact our team at hello@verdeia.eu or via chat.
🌿 Variegated green and golden yellow foliage • ☀️ Bright indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 🏙️ Large structural plant • 📏 H95 cm | Pot Ø21 cm
Ficus Benjamina 'Goldenking' is a majestic tropical plant known for its dense foliage with small variegated green and golden yellow leaves and a graceful drooping habit. Its warm and bright variegation makes it the sunniest version of our Ficus Benjamina collection.
Native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia and Australia, Ficus benjamina 'Goldenking' naturally develops very dense foliage whose golden variegation is directly linked to the light it receives. The brighter the light, the more intense the yellow tones remain — an ideal plant for bright urban interiors looking to add a touch of warm greenery.
Which variety of Ficus Benjamina to choose?
Ficus benjamina comes in several cultivars with very distinct foliage — here’s how the 'Goldenking' stands out from other varieties in the catalog:
- Ficus Benjamina 'Goldenking' (this plant) — small variegated green and golden yellow leaves, very warm. The variegated version with the most golden and bright warm tones.
- Ficus Benjamina 'Twilight' — small variegated green and cream leaves, cool and airy tones. The bright variegated version in cool tones.
- Ficus Benjamina 'Danielle' — uniformly shiny dark green leaves, dense and bushy habit. The most elegant classic version.
- Ficus Benjamina Exotica — large slightly wavy dark green leaves, XXL habit (H120 cm | Pot Ø27 cm). The most majestic XXL version.
- Ficus Benjamina 'Kinky' — small variegated green and cream leaves, very compact habit (H28 cm | Pot Ø12 cm). The miniature shelf version.
Light & location
Ficus Benjamina 'Goldenking' needs good indirect light to preserve the intensity of its golden variegation — it is one of the few Ficus whose color visibly changes depending on the light.
- Light: bright indirect light — avoid direct sun which burns the small leaves and prolonged partial shade which greens the variegation.
- Ideal: spacious living room, bright entrance, office, or room corner near a south- or west-facing window.
- Temperature: 18 to 25 °C, without sudden changes or drafts.
- Substrate: rich, light, and well-drained — potting soil for green plants mixed with perlite.
The brighter the light (without direct sun), the more intense and contrasted the golden yellow variegation remains — in partial shade, new leaves gradually come out greener.
Watering & care
Ficus Benjamina prefers a slightly dry substrate between waterings — it tolerates excess water less well than dryness. Generalized yellowing of leaves (different from normal leaf drop) is often the first sign of overwatering — consult our common problems diagnosis guide if in doubt.
- Watering: moderate — let the substrate surface dry slightly between waterings.
- Drainage: essential to avoid root rot — use a pot with drainage holes.
- Humidity: appreciates a slightly humid atmosphere — occasionally mist the foliage.
- Fertilizer: every 3 weeks in spring and summer with diluted liquid fertilizer.
- Winter rest: reduce watering in autumn and winter.
Clean the small variegated leaves with a damp cloth once a month — dust dulls the brightness of the golden variegation and reduces photosynthesis on these small surfaces.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
With its golden yellow variegation, Ficus Benjamina 'Goldenking' brings a rare warm note to plant arrangements — it naturally pairs with plants in warm tones rather than cool greens.
- Pair it with a Croton Mammi with multicolored yellow, orange, and red leaves and an Aglaonema Romeo with pinkish leaves — three plants in warm tones (golden / multicolored / pink-red) for a vibrant and coherent tropical composition in warm registers.
- Place it in the Mayk Gold bronze and golden decorative pot Ø21 cm — the brushed golden metal extends and accentuates the golden yellow variegation of the foliage for a very coherent warm-toned ensemble.
- Pair it with a Dracaena Bicolor with long green and pink striped leaves — two large plants with very different foliage (small and dense / long and drooping) in a complementary warm tone palette.
- For a contemporary living room or entrance, pair it with the Yucca Elephantipes 3 stems with stiff, pointed leaves — the contrast between the drooping dense foliage of the Goldenking and the strict architectural silhouette of the Yucca is very strong, two easy-care plants in two opposite styles.
Verdeia tips
- Avoid moving it at all costs: Ficus Benjamina is one of the most sensitive Ficus to changes — even a simple move of a few meters within the same room can trigger massive leaf drop; if this happens, don’t panic, place it in its final location and wait 3 to 4 weeks without intervening.
- Watch the variegation to adjust light: new leaves coming out greener than older ones indicate a lack of light — this is the most reliable signal to know if the plant is well placed, long before any visible symptoms on existing leaves.
- Mist the foliage rather than watering more: Goldenking appreciates foliar humidity but hates roots in water — if leaves curl or slightly roll, increase misting rather than watering frequency.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Ficus benjamina 'Goldenking'
- Common name: Golden weeping fig
- Origin: tropical forests of Southeast Asia and Australia
- Height at delivery: H95 cm
- Pot diameter: Ø21 cm
- Adult size: up to 150–200 cm indoors
- Light: bright indirect light
- Watering: moderate — let dry slightly between waterings
- Substrate acidity: pH 6.0–7.0
- Care level: moderate
- Toxicity: toxic to pets and children if ingested
- Decor style: urban jungle / warm / elegant
Each plant is unique: photos show a representative example. The intensity of the golden variegation naturally varies with light and seasons.
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.
Our Verdeia commitments
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.