How to Care for Ficus benjamina 'Starlight' (Weeping Fig)

Korean name: 벤자민 스타라이트

This is a foliage plant with glossy green leaves featuring white variegation, growing beautifully in clusters. It is relatively easy to care for, making it suitable for beginners, and is known for its excellent indoor air purification.

Key facts

• Category: Air-purifying plant
• Family: Moraceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: South Asia
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.
• Air purifying: Helps clean indoor air.
• Traits: air purifying, foliage plant, beginner friendly, indoor
• Also known as: Ficus benjamina, Weeping Fig, Benjamin Fig

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry.
• Soil: Use well-draining soil.
• Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply liquid fertilizer every 2–4 weeks during growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Ficus benjamina 'Starlight'?

Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Ficus benjamina 'Starlight'?

It likes Prefers bright indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Use well-draining soil..

Is Ficus benjamina 'Starlight' safe around pets?

Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.

Is Ficus benjamina 'Starlight' good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.. Fertilise Apply liquid fertilizer every 2–4 weeks during growing season..