{"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\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌿 Thick gray-green veined oval foliage • ☀️ Bright indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 🌳 Upright architectural 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 a strong, upright growth habit. Its thick oval leaves in a soft, slightly grayish green, with contrasting light veins, create a calming yet structured plant presence. This is a Ficus that visually structures a room — its upright growth and dense foliage make it a true interior design plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003ePair it with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/ficus\"\u003eFicus\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/grandes-plantas-plantas-xxl\"\u003elarge XXL plants\u003c\/a\u003e. A plant of this size should be selected and integrated according to a few guidelines specific to \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/plantas-xxl-cuales-elegir-y-como-integrarlas\"\u003elarge plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003c!-- QUELLE VARIÉTÉ DE FICUS CHOISIR ? --\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"varietes-ficus\" aria-labelledby=\"varietes-title\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"varietes-title\"\u003eWhich Ficus variety should you choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ficus genus includes 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 gray-green foliage, upright architectural growth. The contemporary, robust 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. The same species, with a fuller multi-trunk growth habit. 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, highly graphic growth habit. 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, glossy dark green foliage, robust growth habit. 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, highly 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, glossy dark green oval leaves, dense shrub-like growth. The dense miniature version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- EXPOSITION \u0026 EMPLACEMENT --\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eLight \u0026amp; placement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFicus benghalensis 'Joy' thrives in bright indirect light — this is its main requirement for maintaining 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 sun, which can mark the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal location:\u003c\/strong\u003e a 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 moving the Ficus frequently — it does not like changes in placement and may lose leaves after being moved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 27 °C, away from cold drafts and 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 again — Ficus benghalensis is particularly sensitive to movement and takes several weeks to adapt to a new location.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- ARROSAGE \u0026 ENTRETIEN --\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFicus benghalensis prefers regular but moderate watering. The right \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/riego-de-plantas-de-interior-la-guia-completa-para-no-volver-a-regar-demasiado\"\u003ewatering\u003c\/a\u003e schedule depends on how quickly the potting mix dries out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e allow the surface of the potting mix to dry slightly between waterings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately once a week in summer, less often in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e apply a gentle liquid fertilizer every 4 to 6 weeks from spring to autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e wipe the leaves with a soft cloth to preserve their shine and promote photosynthesis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eYellowing and falling leaves almost always indicate overwatering or a change in placement — check the drainage and the stability of the plant's position before taking any other action.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- IDÉES DÉCO \u0026 ASSOCIATIONS --\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"associations-deco\" aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecorating ideas \u0026amp; plant pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts upright growth and dense foliage make it a structural plant that visually organizes a space — a natural green column that suits every style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e combine 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 — they have the same need for indirect light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e beige, matte black, or terracotta ceramic decorative pot — neutral tones naturally complement the gray-green foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e perfect near a mirror or window — reflected light intensifies the satin-like glow of its veined leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- CONSEILS VERDEIA --\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"tips\" aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\"\u003e\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 plants most sensitive to being moved. Once it has been placed in a suitable location, do not move it again. Each move triggers a period of stress that appears as several falling leaves — this is normal but avoidable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotate it without moving it\u003c\/strong\u003e — for even growth, turn the pot a quarter turn in place each month without changing its location. This rotation is enough to balance growth without causing stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlightly toxic\u003c\/strong\u003e — the latex contained 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 animals' reach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- CARACTÉRISTIQUES TECHNIQUES --\u003e\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"caracteristiques\" aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\"\u003e\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; allow the surface to 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\u003ePet toxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e slightly toxic if ingested (latex)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e indoor use only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contemporary \/ Architectural \/ Tropical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e thick, veined gray-green oval foliage, upright architectural growth, sensitive to movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvery plant is unique: the shape, density, and shades of the foliage naturally vary according to light levels and the seasons.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56333259735305,"sku":"49907","price":52.95,"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-joy-plant","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}