{"product_id":"ficus-cyathistipula-figuier-africain-dinterieur","title":"Ficus cyathistipula (African Ficus)","description":"\u003csection id=\"ficus-cyathistipula\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\n\n\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌍 Origin Central Africa • 🌿 Shiny dark green foliage • 🏙️ Architectural form • 💧 Easy care • 🏙️ 2 sizes available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFicus cyathistipula\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cem\u003eAfrican Ficus\u003c\/em\u003e, is an indoor plant with a tree-like appearance that immediately stands out for its \u003cstrong\u003earchitectural presence\u003c\/strong\u003e and rich foliage. Its large, thick, shiny dark green leaves with slightly coppery reflections evoke the lushness of the humid forests of \u003cstrong\u003eCentral and West Africa\u003c\/strong\u003e where it originates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eEasy to care for and visually striking, it structures spaces in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/jungla-interior-1\"\u003eindoor jungle\u003c\/a\u003e and naturally stands out among the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/grandes-plantas-plantas-xxl\"\u003elarge XXL plants\u003c\/a\u003e for contemporary interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"gamme-ficus\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhich Ficus to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eVerdeia offers several Ficus with distinct shapes. Here’s how to place the \u003cem\u003eFicus cyathistipula\u003c\/em\u003e among the references in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/ficus\"\u003eFicus collection\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFicus cyathistipula\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — large, thick, shiny dark green leaves, dense bushy form. The most architectural African Ficus for large spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ficus-benghalensis-joy\"\u003eFicus benghalensis 'Joy'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — large, soft light green leaves, upright form. The choice for an airy effect and a cleaner silhouette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ficus-benjamina-danielle-d21cm-95cm\"\u003eFicus benjamina 'Danielle'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — small, shiny leaves, flexible branched form. The classic weeping Ficus for bright interiors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ficus-binnendijkii-alii-21cm-80cm\"\u003eFicus binnendijkii 'Alii'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — long, narrow leaves, slender form. The choice for a more graphic and contemporary look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"exposition\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eLight \u0026 placement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Ficus cyathistipula adapts well to the conditions of a standard urban apartment — its tolerance for bright partial shade makes it a reliable choice even in rooms without south-facing windows. Its only real requirement: stability. It does not tolerate sudden changes of location well, which cause leaf drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect or bright partial shade — protected from direct rays that burn the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocations:\u003c\/strong\u003e living room, entrance hall, bright office — anywhere it can play a structuring plant role.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStability:\u003c\/strong\u003e choose its permanent spot at installation and avoid moving it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eRotate the pot a quarter turn every two weeks so the foliage develops evenly — without moving the plant from its usual spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"arrosage\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWatering \u0026 care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eEasy to care for, the Ficus cyathistipula tolerates missed waterings well thanks to its thick foliage that retains moisture. The main challenge is to avoid overwatering — if the leaves yellow, check our guide on the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/hojas-amarillas-5-causas-y-soluciones\"\u003ecauses of leaf yellowing\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e about once a week — water when the surface of the substrate feels dry to the touch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e lightly mist the foliage in summer to recreate the tropical atmosphere it originates from.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e every 4 to 6 weeks from spring to autumn — our guide on \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/abonos-y-nutricion-de-plantas-de-interior-la-guia-completa-para-alimentar-tus-plantas-naturalmente\"\u003eindoor plant nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e details the options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e wipe the large leaves with a soft damp cloth once a month to maintain their shine and promote photosynthesis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"deco\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eDecor ideas \u0026 plant pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe dense silhouette and shiny foliage of the Ficus cyathistipula make it a structuring plant — it serves as a green backdrop or focal point in a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/combinar-plantas-ambiente-tropical\"\u003etropical composition\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor an XXL jungle in the living room,\u003c\/strong\u003e pair the Ficus cyathistipula with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/monstera-deliciosa-planta-con-agujeros-falso-filodendro-planta-queso-suizo\"\u003eMonstera deliciosa\u003c\/a\u003e and a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/howea-forsteriana-palmera-kentia-de-interior\"\u003eKentia\u003c\/a\u003e — the thick, shiny leaves of the African Ficus in the foreground, the graphic cut of the Monstera in the middle, and the upright fronds of the Kentia above create three levels of coherent tropical texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a foliage contrast in a bright space,\u003c\/strong\u003e place it alongside a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/zamioculcas-planta-zz-1\"\u003eZamioculcas\u003c\/a\u003e — the shine and volume of the African Ficus contrast with the compact, upright form of the ZZ for a graphic and robust composition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTo highlight its architectural silhouette,\u003c\/strong\u003e choose a large \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/macetas-ceramica\"\u003edecorative pot in terracotta or anthracite ceramic\u003c\/a\u003e — the warm or neutral ceramic tones visually anchor the plant and enhance its shiny dark green foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn a Ficus composition,\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ficus-benghalensis-joy\"\u003eFicus benghalensis 'Joy'\u003c\/a\u003e — the texture difference between the velvety leaves of the benghalensis and the shiny leaves of the cyathistipula creates a subtle and very effective contrast in a large space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"conseils-verdeia\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eVerdeia tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose its permanent location at installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Ficus cyathistipula reacts to location changes with leaf drop — once acclimated, leave it in place and it will develop dense, stable foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepot every 2 to 3 years in spring in a well-draining substrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e a universal mix enriched with perlite or clay pellets prevents water stagnation, which is the main cause of decline for this species. Our guide on \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/trasplante-de-plantas-de-interior-cuando-como-y-en-que-trasplantar-guia-completa\"\u003erepotting\u003c\/a\u003e guides you step by step.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep it away from radiators and air conditioners:\u003c\/strong\u003e dry heat and drafts weaken its foliage and encourage scale insects — a stable location between 18 and 26 °C ensures steady growth year-round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"caracteristiques\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFicus cyathistipula\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon names:\u003c\/strong\u003e African Ficus, Copper-leaf Ficus\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moraceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central and West Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions at delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e 🏙️ 2 sizes available — H105 cm | Pot Ø21 cm or H120 cm | Pot Ø27 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shiny dark green, thick, slightly coppery\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect to bright partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, about once a week\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly toxic to pets and children\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecor style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical \/ Architectural \/ Contemporary\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eEach plant is unique: the density, size, and shine of the foliage naturally vary depending on light and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"H105 cm | Pot Ø21 cm","offer_id":56280424743177,"sku":"5077","price":45.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"H120 cm | Pot Ø27 cm","offer_id":56280424775945,"sku":"10195","price":94.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/ficus-cyathistipula-figuier-africain-dinterieur-verdeia-5663651.png?v=1775129455","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/ficus-cyathistipula-african-fig-indoor","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}