{"product_id":"ficus-benghalensis-joy","title":"Ficus benghalensis 'Joy' H90 cm | Pot Ø21 cm","description":"\u003csection class=\"product-content verdeia-product\" id=\"ficus-benghalensis-joy-21x90\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌿 Thick veined oval green-gray foliage • ☀️ Bright indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 🌳 Upright structured growth • ⚠️ Slightly toxic if ingested • 📏 H90 cm | Pot Ø21 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFicus benghalensis 'Joy'\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the \u003cem\u003ebanyan fig\u003c\/em\u003e, is a tropical indoor plant with an upright and sturdy growth habit. Its thick, softly green-gray oval leaves with contrasting light veins create a calming yet structured plant presence. This Ficus visually structures a room — its upright form and dense foliage make it a true architectural indoor plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eDiscover it in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/ficus\"\u003eFicus collection\u003c\/a\u003e and in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/grandes-plantas-plantas-xxl\"\u003eXXL large plants selection\u003c\/a\u003e. Our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/plantas-xxl-cuales-elegir-y-como-integrarlas\"\u003elarge plants guide\u003c\/a\u003e helps you choose and integrate a plant of this size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- WHICH FICUS VARIETY TO CHOOSE? --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"varietes-ficus\" aria-labelledby=\"varietes-title\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"varietes-title\"\u003eWhich Ficus variety to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ficus genus offers several very different varieties in our catalog:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFicus benghalensis 'Joy'\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — H90 cm | Pot Ø21 cm. Thick veined green-gray foliage, upright architectural growth. The contemporary and sturdy version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ficus-audrey-3-tallos-27cm-105cm\"\u003eFicus benghalensis Audrey\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3 trunks, H105 cm | Pot Ø27 cm. Same species, more generous multi-trunk growth. The large size version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ficus-lyrata-ramificado-higuera-lira-de-interior\"\u003eFicus lyrata\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — large violin-shaped leaves, very graphic growth. The iconic XXL foliage version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ficus-elastica-robusta\"\u003eFicus elastica Robusta\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — thick shiny dark green foliage, sturdy growth. The classic broad-leaf version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ficus-elastica-tineke\"\u003eFicus elastica Tineke\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — cream and green variegated foliage, very graphic. The elegant variegated version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ficus-microcarpa-moclame-21cm-95cm\"\u003eFicus microcarpa Moclame\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — small shiny dark green oval leaves, dense shrub growth. The dense miniature version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- LIGHT \u0026 LOCATION --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eLight \u0026 Location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ficus benghalensis 'Joy' prefers bright indirect light — this is essential to maintain dense foliage and steady growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect light — avoid direct sunlight which can mark the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright living room or office, near a window with a sheer curtain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStability:\u003c\/strong\u003e avoid frequently moving the Ficus — it dislikes location changes and may drop leaves when moved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 27 °C, without cold drafts or sudden fluctuations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eChoose its permanent location from the start and do not move it — Ficus benghalensis is particularly sensitive to relocation and takes a few weeks to adapt to a new spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- WATERING \u0026 CARE --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026 Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ficus benghalensis prefers regular but moderate watering. Check our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/riego-de-plantas-de-interior-la-guia-completa-para-no-volver-a-regar-demasiado\"\u003ewatering guide\u003c\/a\u003e to find the right rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e let the surface of the soil dry slightly between waterings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e about once a week in summer, less often in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e mild liquid fertilizer every 4 to 6 weeks from spring to autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e wipe leaves with a soft cloth to keep their shine and promote photosynthesis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eYellowing and leaf drop almost always indicate overwatering or a change of location — check drainage and position stability before taking other actions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- DECOR IDEAS \u0026 PLANT PAIRINGS --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"associations-deco\" aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor Ideas \u0026 Plant Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts upright growth and dense foliage make it a structuring plant that visually organizes a space — a natural green column that fits all styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn combination:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/monstera-deliciosa-planta-con-agujeros-falso-filodendro-planta-queso-suizo\"\u003eMonstera deliciosa\u003c\/a\u003e or a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/filodendro-imperial-verde\"\u003ePhilodendron Imperial Green\u003c\/a\u003e for a composition of large tropical plants with contrasting foliage — same indirect light needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e decorative pot in beige ceramic, matte black, or terracotta — neutral tones naturally complement the green-gray foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e perfect placed near a mirror or window — reflected light intensifies the satin sheen of its veined leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- VERDEIA TIPS --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"tips\" aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not move it\u003c\/strong\u003e — Ficus benghalensis is one of the most sensitive plants to relocation. Once settled in a good spot, do not move it. Each move triggers a stress phase that causes several leaves to drop — this is normal but avoidable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotate it without moving\u003c\/strong\u003e — for even growth, rotate the pot a quarter turn each month without changing its location. This rotation balances growth without causing stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlightly toxic\u003c\/strong\u003e — the latex in the stems and leaves of Ficus benghalensis is slightly irritating to the skin and slightly toxic if ingested by cats and dogs. Wear gloves when repotting and keep the plant out of reach of pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"caracteristiques\" aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFicus benghalensis\u003c\/em\u003e 'Joy'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Banyan fig, Ficus Joy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moraceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e tropical indoor plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate, let surface dry between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity to animals:\u003c\/strong\u003e slightly toxic if ingested (latex)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e indoor only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecor style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contemporary \/ Structuring \/ Tropical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e thick veined oval green-gray foliage, upright architectural growth, sensitive to relocation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach plant is unique: the shape, density, and shades of the foliage naturally vary depending on light and seasons.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56333259735305,"sku":"49907","price":40.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/ficus-benghalensis-joy-21-x-90-cm-verdeia-2855186.jpg?v=1774549376","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/ficus-benghalensis-alegria-1","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}