El Dorado Weeping Fig
5.0 out of 5 (2 experiences)
Easy to propagate
Fast grower
About El Dorado Weeping Fig
The weeping fig, native to southeast Asia, is the official tree of Bangkok, Thailand. They make impressive additions to any living space, but in their natural habitat these trees can grow over 100 feet tall and provide food for many local bird species. In NASAās 1989 Clean Air Study they were found to remove pollutants from the air. šØ
Taxonomy
Ficus benjamina 'El Dorado'
Ficus
Moraceae
Rosales
How to care for El Dorado Weeping Fig
Water
How often to water your El Dorado Weeping Fig
every 9
El Dorado Weeping Fig needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
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Finding light for El Dorado Weeping Fig in your home
a window
El Dorado Weeping Fig love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
El Dorado Weeping Fig does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of El Dorado Weeping Fig in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize El Dorado Weeping Fig
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your El Dorado Weeping Fig after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
El Dorado Weeping Fig prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
El Dorado Weeping Fig requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
El Dorado Weeping Fig doesnāt require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
El Dorado Weeping Fig does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
El Dorado Weeping Fig should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itās refreshed yearly, you shouldnāt need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
Itās common for El Dorado Weeping Fig to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.
Native Region
El Dorado Weeping Fig is native to worldwide Tropics.
Care Summary for El Dorado Weeping Fig
El Dorado Weeping Fig
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
What other plant parents say
Easy to propagate 1
Fast grower 1
Survivor 1
12/03/2021
love my #ficusgang!!!
Easy to propagate
Fast grower
Survivor
11/24/2021
Love this Benjamina cultivar. The leaves are so cool looking! As with all ficus, they can be temperamental so donāt be surprised if you move it around and it throws a fit and drops leaves.
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