Indoor Weeping Fig Tree | Ficus Benjamina | Ficus Benjamina Weeping Fig Tree
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We love the Indoor Weeping Fig (Ficus benjamina) for its elegant form and ethereal foliage. With its fine, arching branches and glossy, pale green leaves, it brings a graceful, almost fairytale quality to any room. Unlike the broad-leaved Fiddle Leaf Fig, the Weeping Fig has a lighter, more delicate look — perfect for creating a calm, airy atmosphere indoors.
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Native habitat and growth pattern
Ficus benjamina is native to Southeast Asia and northern Australia, where it grows as a tall tropical tree with a dense canopy. In its natural habitat, it can reach heights of 30 metres, but indoors it adapts beautifully to container life, staying much more compact while retaining its graceful, leafy form.
Size
Available in multiple sizes:
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W17cm x H70cm
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W21cm x H100cm
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W27cm x H135cm
Supplied in a plastic nursery pot.
Styling tips
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A statement plant for living rooms, hallways, or offices
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Complements both modern interiors and more traditional spaces
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Its airy foliage helps soften corners and add height without looking heavy
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Looks striking in a natural seagrass or ceramic planter
Ficus benjamina care guide
Light requirements:
Prefers bright, indirect light. It will tolerate some direct morning or evening sun but avoid harsh midday rays.
Watering:
Water when the top few centimetres of soil feel dry. Allow excess water to drain and avoid letting the plant sit in water, as this can cause root rot.
Feeding:
Feed once a month during spring and summer. We recommend our vegan, organic Original Plant Food for healthy growth.
Humidity:
Enjoys average household humidity but appreciates a little extra misting in dry rooms.
Pet safety:
Toxic if ingested — keep away from cats and dogs.
Propagation:
Propagated by stem cuttings, though it can be slow to root.
Why choose this plant?
The Weeping Fig is one of the most iconic indoor trees, admired worldwide for its refined appearance and easy-going nature. With its slender branches and cascading foliage, it adds instant height, elegance, and greenery to your home without feeling overwhelming.
This is a brilliant choice if you’re looking for a statement plant that isn’t too demanding. Hardy, long-lived, and adaptable, it thrives indoors with minimal care and makes a stylish alternative to larger figs such as the Fiddle Leaf. Its graceful canopy creates a calming presence, making it a natural centrepiece in living spaces, bedrooms, or offices.
As a gift, the Weeping Fig is a thoughtful option — symbolic of abundance, peace, and resilience. Its timeless beauty and adaptability make it a plant that will be cherished for years.
FAQs
Why is my Weeping Fig dropping leaves?
This is common when adjusting to a new environment or after changes in light and watering. Once settled, it will stabilise.
Can Ficus benjamina grow in low light?
It prefers bright, indirect light. It will tolerate lower light but may grow more slowly and drop leaves.
How tall can it grow indoors?
Depending on pot size and conditions, it can reach over 2 metres indoors but is easily kept smaller with pruning.
Do I need to prune my Ficus benjamina?
Yes — light pruning helps maintain its shape and encourages fuller growth.
Is the Weeping Fig a good air purifier?
Like many large foliage plants, it contributes to a fresher indoor environment, though it shouldn’t be relied upon for significant air purification.
Explore more
Looking for more colourful or low-maintenance plants? Browse our Easy Care Houseplants or explore our Tropical Indoor Plants. For care tips, dormancy advice and more, check out our indoor plant blog.
When developing our original Happy Houseplants’ Organic Tropical Plant Food, we decided not to tinker with it too much, so you'll find no chemical supplements in this 100% cruelty-free vegan product. Read more about our plant food and fertilisers here
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