Ficus Benjamina 'Goldenking' (Golden weeping fig) — H95 cm | Pot Ø21 cm
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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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🌿 Variegated green and golden-yellow foliage • ☀️ Bright indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • 🏙️ Large statement plant • 📏 H95 cm | Pot Ø21 cm
Ficus Benjamina 'Goldenking' is a majestic tropical plant known for its dense foliage of small variegated green and golden-yellow leaves with a graceful trailing habit. Its warm, luminous variegation makes it the sunniest version in 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 amount of 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 botanical warmth.
Which Ficus Benjamina variety should you choose?
The Ficus benjamina is available in several cultivars with very distinct foliage - here is how 'Goldenking' differs from the other varieties in the catalog:
- Ficus Benjamina 'Goldenking' (this plant) - small variegated green and golden-yellow leaves with a very warm appearance. The most golden and luminous variegated version in warm tones.
- Ficus Benjamina 'Twilight' - small variegated green and cream leaves with cool, airy tones. The luminous variegated version in cool tones.
- Ficus Benjamina 'Danielle' - uniform glossy dark green leaves with a dense and bushy habit. The most elegant classic version.
- Ficus Benjamina Exotica - large, slightly wavy dark green leaves with an XXL habit (H120 cm | Pot Ø27 cm). The most majestic XXL version.
- Ficus Benjamina 'Kinky' - small variegated green and cream leaves with a very compact habit (H28 cm | Pot Ø12 cm). The miniature version for a shelf.
Light & placement
The 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 according to the light level.
- Light: bright indirect light - avoid direct sun, which burns the small leaves, and prolonged partial shade, which turns the variegation green.
- Ideal location: spacious living room, bright entrance, office or corner of a room near a south- or west-facing window.
- Temperature: 18 to 25 °C, without sudden fluctuations or drafts.
- Substrate: rich, light and well drained - houseplant potting soil amended with perlite.
The brighter the light (without direct sun), the more intense and contrasting the golden-yellow variegation remains - in partial shade, new leaves gradually emerge greener.
Watering & care
Ficus Benjamina prefers a slightly dry substrate between waterings — it tolerates excess water less well than drought. Generalized yellowing of the leaves (different from normal leaf drop) is often the first symptom of overwatering, one of the easiest common problems to correct.
- Watering: moderate - allow the surface of the substrate to dry slightly between waterings.
- Drainage: essential to prevent root rot - use a pot with drainage holes.
- Humidity: appreciates a slightly humid atmosphere - mist the foliage occasionally.
- Fertilizer: every 3 weeks in spring and summer with diluted liquid fertilizer.
- Winter dormancy: reduce watering in autumn and winter.
Clean the small variegated leaves with a damp cloth once a month - dust dulls the shine of the golden variegation and reduces photosynthesis across these small surfaces.
Decor ideas & plant combinations
With its golden-yellow variegation, the Ficus Benjamina 'Goldenking' brings a rare touch of warmth 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, cohesive tropical arrangement in a warm palette.
- Place it in the bronze and gold Mayk Gold decorative pot Ø21 cm — the brushed gold metal extends and enhances the golden-yellow variegation of the foliage for a highly cohesive warm-toned look.
- 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 trailing) in a palette of complementary warm tones.
- For a contemporary living room or entrance, pair it with the Yucca Elephantipes 3 stems with rigid, pointed leaves — the contrast between Goldenking's dense, trailing foliage and the Yucca's strict, architectural silhouette is striking: two easy-care plants in two contrasting styles.
Verdeia tips
- Avoid moving it at all costs: Ficus Benjamina is one of the Ficus most sensitive to changes - even simply moving it a few meters within the same room can trigger massive leaf drop; if this happens, do not panic, place it in its permanent location and wait 3 to 4 weeks without intervening.
- Monitor the variegation to adjust the light: new leaves emerging greener than the older ones indicate a lack of light - this is the most reliable way to tell whether the plant is well placed, long before any visible symptom appears on the existing leaves.
- Mist the foliage rather than watering more: Goldenking appreciates foliar humidity but hates having its roots in water - if the leaves wrinkle or curl slightly, 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 on delivery: H95 cm
- Pot diameter: Ø21 cm
- Mature size: up to 150–200 cm indoors
- Light: bright indirect light
- Watering: moderate - allow to dry slightly between waterings
- Substrate acidity: pH 6.0–7.0
- Care: moderate
- Toxicity: toxic to animals and children if ingested
- decorative style: urban jungle / warm / elegant
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The intensity of the golden variegation naturally varies according to light levels and the seasons.
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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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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?
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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?
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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.