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Plant Profiles / Ficus 'Audrey'
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Ficus 'Audrey'
Ficus benghalensis 'Audrey' · Banyan fig, Audrey fig
A modern favourite with velvety, pale-veined leaves on a pale trunk. An easier alternative to fiddle-leaf fig.
Bright indirectLight
WeeklyWater
EasyCare level
Care at a glance
Light
Bright indirect
ShadeFull sun
Bright.
Water
Weekly
DryWet
When top dries.
Humidity
Average
LowHigh
Adaptable.
Temperature
15–30°C (59–86°F)
CoolWarm
Avoid cold.
Growth
Moderate
SlowFast
1.5–3 m.
Soil
Free-draining
LeanRich
Potting mix.
Fertiliser
Monthly
RarelyOften
Balanced.
Pet safety
Toxic
SafeToxic
Sap irritates.
About this plant
A selection of the Indian banyan. More tolerant of conditions than fiddle-leaf fig, with a lighter look.
Best spots
Bright living rooms and offices.
Plant facts
| Botanical name | Ficus benghalensis 'Audrey' |
| Family | Moraceae |
| Origin | India (species) |
| Plant type | Tree |
| Mature size | 1.5–3 m |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Foliage | Velvety leaves |
| Toxicity | Toxic to pets |
| Propagation | Cuttings |
Seasonal care calendar
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Active growth
Prune
Active growthPrune
Based on Southern Hemisphere seasons.
Troubleshooting
| Brown spots | Overwatering. |
| Leaf drop | Cold. |
| Leaning | Rotate. |
| Dust | Wipe. |
| Scale | Oil. |
Common questions
Easier than fiddle-leaf?
Yes.
Toxic?
Yes.
Prune?
Spring.
Light?
Bright.
