Ficus microcarpa 'Moclame' — Indoor fig tree — Ø23 cm — H110 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of light does it need? Bright indirect light. It adapts well indoors if it receives enough daily brightness.
Is it a toxic plant? Yes, like all Ficus, it is toxic if ingested by animals.
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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Ficus microcarpa 'Moclame' — Indoor Fig — Ø23 cm — H110 cm
🌿 Dense and shiny foliage • 🌱 Compact and elegant habit • ☀️ Bright light without direct sun • 💧 Moderate watering • 🌾 Slow growth • 💨 Depolluting plant • 🏛️ Natural elegance
The Ficus microcarpa 'Moclame', also called Indoor Fig, captivates with its dense, round, and glossy deep shiny green foliage. More compact than the Ficus benjamina, it charms with its soft and balanced look, perfect for bright and elegant interiors.
Native to Southeast Asia, the Ficus microcarpa is a plant from the Moraceae family that naturally grows in tropical forests. The 'Moclame' variety is particularly appreciated for its compact habit, dense and shiny foliage, and slow growth that makes maintenance easy. Perfect for bright living rooms, entrances, or offices, it brings a calming presence and a touch of urban nature to your interior. Bonus: the Ficus is a depolluting plant that naturally purifies the air.
Which Ficus variety to choose?
The Ficus genus offers a great diversity of shapes, sizes, and foliage textures. Here is how the Ficus microcarpa 'Moclame' stands out from other varieties in our catalog:
- Ficus microcarpa 'Moclame' (this plant): dense, round and glossy foliage, compact and elegant habit, slow growth. Refined compact version.
- Ficus Elastica Burgundy: large deep burgundy thick leaves, majestic upright habit. Colorful XXL version.
- Ficus Benghalensis 'Joy': large velvety leaves, majestic habit. Elegant velvety version.
- Ficus Elastica Abidjan: thick dark green almost black leaves. Graphic dark version.
- Ficus carica (Fruit Fig): dissected foliage, production of edible figs, hardy for outdoor. Outdoor fruiting version.
Why choose the Ficus microcarpa 'Moclame'? If you are looking for a compact Ficus with dense and shiny foliage with slow and easy-to-manage growth, the Moclame is the perfect choice. It is an elegant and refined variety.
Exposure & placement
The Ficus microcarpa 'Moclame' thrives in bright light without too much direct scorching sun. It tolerates partial shade but prefers a well-lit spot to keep dense and shiny foliage.
- Exposure : bright to bright indirect light, partial shade, avoid direct scorching sun.
- Ideal : bright living room, entrance or office facing east or west, near a sheer window.
- Temperature : 18 to 24 °C, without sudden changes.
- Humidity : medium (40-60%), appreciates light misting.
- Substrate : well-draining potting soil for green plants with clay pellets at the bottom.
Verdeia tip: turn it a quarter turn every two weeks to promote even growth.
Watering & maintenance
- Watering : moderate; let the soil surface dry between waterings.
- Frequency : about every 10 to 12 days depending on light and heat, reduce in winter.
- Misting : light 1 to 2 times a week to maintain shiny foliage.
- Drainage: essential — use a perforated decorative pot with well-draining substrate.
- Cleaning : regularly dust the leaves with a soft damp cloth to preserve their shine.
- Fertilizer : once a month from April to September with a liquid fertilizer for green plants diluted by half.
- Pruning : possible in spring to maintain a compact shape.
In winter, reduce watering: too much water can cause leaves to yellow or fall.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
With its dense and shiny foliage and elegant compact shape, the Ficus microcarpa 'Moclame' enhances an urban jungle or a contemporary interior. It creates a soothing and refined focal point.
- To pair with : Zamioculcas, Kentia, Sansevieria, Monstera or other tropical plants to create a contrast of textures.
- Ideal pot : decorative pot in matte ceramic (white, gray, beige, terracotta) or textured pot in natural tones for an elegant ambiance.
- Ambiance : perfect for an urban jungle, contemporary, minimalist, or natural bohemian style. Its rounded shape brings softness and balance.
- Placement: on the floor or on a low stool, in a room with soft and stable light.
Its elegant silhouette and glossy foliage beautifully structure a corner of a room.
Verdeia tips
- Stable light: the more stable the light, the denser and more harmonious the foliage becomes.
- Drooping leaves: sign of stress (draft, overwatering, or lack of light). Adjust conditions.
- Yellowing leaves: overwatering or poor drainage. Reduce watering and check drainage.
- Repotting: every 2 to 3 years in spring, when roots become visible, in a well-draining substrate.
- Avoid: drafts and sudden temperature changes that can cause leaf drop.
A true ambiance plant, the Ficus Moclame enchants with its dense and glossy foliage and calming presence. A perfect plant to bring elegance and nature to your interior.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Ficus microcarpa 'Moclame'
- Common name: Ficus Moclame, elegant indoor fig
- Family: Moraceae
- Origin: Southeast Asia
- Dimensions at delivery: Ø23 × H110 cm
- Adult size: up to 120-150 cm indoors
- Exposure: bright to bright indirect light, partial shade, avoid harsh direct sun
- Watering: moderate, let the surface dry between waterings
- Care: easy to moderate (robust once well established)
- Toxicity to animals: slightly toxic (irritant latex)
- Decorative style: Urban jungle / Natural elegance / Contemporary
- Particularity: dense, round, and glossy foliage, compact and elegant habit, slow growth, air-purifying plant, calming presence, easy to manage, tolerates pruning well
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The density, shape, and shades of the foliage naturally change according to the light and throughout the 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.
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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.