Ficus Benghalensis (Indian banyan) — H25 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
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Frequently asked questions
Does Ficus Benghalensis lose its leaves in winter? It can lose some leaves if the light drops significantly or if the air dries out due to heating — maintain good ambient humidity and consistent indirect light to limit this.
Is Ficus Benghalensis easier to care for than Ficus Lyrata? Yes, it is generally considered more tolerant of light variations and more robust than the Lyrata, while offering equally elegant foliage in a more compact size.
Shipping & packaging
Shipped within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
- Tracking link sent by email as soon as your parcel ships
- Free delivery from €85 (Ireland: €120) depending on your country
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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 promptly at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- We will find the right solution for your situation
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The guarantee covers: damage in transit, plants severely weakened on arrival, and order preparation errors.
CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
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🌿 Soft tender green foliage • ☀️ Bright indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 🏙️ Elegant compact form • 📏 H25 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
The Ficus Benghalensis, also known as the Indian Banyan, is an elegant tropical plant recognized for its large, soft tender green oval leaves with a characteristic velvety touch. Its pronounced veins and soft foliage create a calming presence — the small size is ideal to discover this species before moving on to the larger sizes in our Ficus collection.
Native to the tropical forests of India and Southeast Asia, the Ficus benghalensis naturally grows into large sacred trees revered for millennia. Indoors, it retains its natural elegance in a compact size — easy to care for and perfect for starting with Ficus or enriching a small plant arrangement.
Which Ficus Benghalensis variety should you choose?
The Ficus benghalensis is available in three very distinct sizes and cultivars in the catalog:
- Ficus Benghalensis (this plant) — soft tender green oval leaves, compact form (H25 cm | Pot Ø12 cm). The miniature version to start with or for a shelf.
- Ficus Benghalensis 'Joy' — bright tender green wide leaves, generous form (H90 cm | Pot Ø21 cm). The very balanced intermediate version.
- Ficus Benghalensis 'Audrey' — 3 stems — wide velvety leaves, architectural XXL form on 3 distinct stems (H105 cm | Pot Ø27 cm). The most spectacular and structural version.
Light & location
The Ficus Benghalensis thrives in bright indirect light — it tolerates various lighting conditions well, making it a versatile plant for office, shelf, or windowsill.
- Light: bright indirect light to partial shade.
- Ideal: shelf, office desk, coffee table, or well-lit windowsill.
- Temperature: 18 to 25 °C, without sudden changes or drafts.
- Substrate: rich, light, and well-drained — potting soil for green plants mixed with perlite.
Choose its final location upon arrival — like all Ficus, Benghalensis easily loses leaves if moved or exposed to sudden changes in light.
Watering & care
The Ficus Benghalensis tolerates occasional missed watering well — it prefers a slightly dry substrate rather than soggy. To never overwater again, the finger test before each watering is the most reliable method.
- 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.
Gently clean the velvety leaves with a damp cloth — the soft texture traps dust, and monthly cleaning preserves the foliage’s full brightness.
Decor ideas & plant combinations
With its velvety foliage and compact size, the Ficus Benghalensis adds a touch of softness to plant arrangements — it naturally contrasts with plants that have shiny or graphic leaves.
- Create a texture trio by pairing the Ficus Benghalensis with a Maranta Leuconeura Fascinator with patterned leaves and a Pilea Peperomioides with round shiny leaves — three very different textures (velvety / patterned / shiny) in similar green tones.
- Place it on a shelf or desk in the white relief ceramic decorative pot Ø13.5 cm — the matte white highlights the soft tender green foliage with a gentle, elegant contrast.
- Pair it with an Epipremnum Golden Pothos with trailing shiny variegated leaves — the velvety softness of the Ficus contrasts with the bright shine of the Pothos for a very complementary texture duo.
- For a minimalist arrangement on a low piece of furniture, group it with a Calathea Makoyana with patterned leaves in the gray Borneo basket Ø14 cm — two very distinct foliages, one soft tropical atmosphere.
Verdeia tips
- Avoid moving it: the Ficus Benghalensis easily loses leaves at the slightest change of location — set it in its final spot upon arrival and just rotate it a quarter turn every 15 days to balance growth.
- Maintain a stable temperature: sensitive to cold drafts and sudden changes, keep it away from poorly insulated windows in winter and air conditioning vents in summer — stability is key to its well-being.
- Repot every 1 to 2 years in spring: into a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining substrate — properly done, repotting restarts growth and keeps foliage dense and velvety.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Ficus benghalensis
- Common name: Indian Banyan
- Origin: tropical forests of India and Southeast Asia
- Height at delivery: H25 cm
- Pot diameter: Ø12 cm
- Mature size: up to 80–100 cm indoors
- Light: bright indirect light to partial shade
- Watering: moderate — allow slight drying between waterings
- Substrate acidity: pH 6.0–7.0
- Care: easy — ideal for beginners
- Toxicity: toxic to pets and children if ingested
- Decor style: urban jungle / modern / elegant
Each plant is unique: photos show a representative example. The density and shades of the velvety foliage naturally vary 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.
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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?
Orders ship within 48 working hours, with tracked delivery in 2 to 5 working days via DPD. Shipping costs €8.90 to €24.90 depending on your country, and delivery is free from €85 (Ireland: €120). You receive a tracking link as soon as your parcel leaves.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
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 should I 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.