Weeping Fig, Ficus Benjamina ‘Alba’

FAMILY:
Moraceae

ORIGIN:
Southeast Asia

DESCRIPTION:
Grows to 98′ in natural conditions; gracefully drooping branches with glossy green leaves 3″ long

CULTIVATION:
Water moderately; fertilize monthly; bright, indirect light

PROPAGATION:
Use rooting hormone on small stem cuttings

COMMENTS:
This plant is sensitive to changes and will drop leaves as a result of being moved or incurring a draft; it will re-foliate once acclimatized; responds well to misting; exudes a milky sap when pruned; excellent at removing air pollutants

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