Plant Care Ficus Ginseng

Ficus Ginseng

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About Ficus Ginseng

Did you know that all plants in the Ficus genus produce figs? In fact, the word Ficus quite literally means figs! Even cooler, all figs are pollinated by tiny wasps that use the fruits as a safe place to raise their young. 🐝 Ficus plants also contain latex which emerges as a milky sap when twigs are broken. This latex makes them toxic, so be sure to keep a close eye out if you have children or pets!

Taxonomy

Ficus microcarpa
Ficus
Moraceae
Rosales

Also known as

Chinese Banyan, Malayan Banyan, Curtain Fig, Indian Laurel, Green Gem, Mellon Seed Tiger Bark and Indian Laurel Fig

How to care for Ficus Ginseng

💦 Water

How often to water your Ficus Ginseng

Water needs for Ficus Ginseng
0.5 cups
every 9

Ficus Ginseng needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t 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.

Calculate water needs of Ficus Ginseng

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Ficus Ginseng in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Ficus Ginseng: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Ficus Ginseng love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Ficus Ginseng does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Ficus Ginseng in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Ficus Ginseng

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Ficus Ginseng: repot after 2X growth

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 it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Ficus Ginseng after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Ficus Ginseng is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Common Ficus Ginseng Problems →


💦 Water Needs

Ficus Ginseng 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.

Ficus Ginseng Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Ficus Ginseng requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Ficus Ginseng is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

Is Ficus Ginseng Edible? →

Ficus Ginseng Toxicity to Cats →

Ficus Ginseng Toxicity to Dogs →

Ficus Ginseng Toxicity to Humans →


💨 Humidity

Ficus Ginseng prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.


🪴 Soil

Ficus Ginseng 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!

What Are Healthy Ficus Ginseng Roots →


💩 Fertilizer

Ficus Ginseng 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 it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Ficus Ginseng 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

Ficus Ginseng is native to worldwide Tropics.


🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Ficus Ginseng bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

Is Ficus Ginseng an Annual Plant? →

Is Ficus Ginseng a Perennial Plant? →

Common Ficus Ginseng Flower Problems →


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Ficus Ginseng will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

Ficus Ginseng Lifecycle →

Ficus Ginseng Size Guide →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Ficus Ginseng can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Ficus Ginseng Hardiness Zones →

Is Ficus Ginseng a Weed? →


🌱 Propagation

Ficus Ginseng can be propagated by the stem method. To propagate:

  • Make a cut just above the node. The node is the break in the stem where the leaf emerges.
  • To get the cutting to root, you can either:
    • Place the cutting in water until roots emerge and are ~2” long and then transplant into well-draining soil, or
    • Place the cutting directly into well-draining soil and water when dry.

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Ficus Ginseng, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Ficus Ginseng

Ficus Ginseng

Ficus Ginseng


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Ficus Ginseng has a Survivor plant personality Survivor 108
Ficus Ginseng has a Fast grower plant personality Fast grower 55
Ficus Ginseng has a Large, lush leaves plant personality Large, lush leaves 32
Ficus Ginseng has a Browns easily plant personality Browns easily 20
Ficus Ginseng has a Easy to propagate plant personality Easy to propagate 18
Ficus Ginseng has a Pest magnet plant personality Pest magnet 8
Ficus Ginseng has a Blooms easily plant personality Blooms easily 3
@ExactPlumtree avatar
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leaf-1 2 Plants
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globe Hernando, FL
02/15/2022

very easy to take care of. a good starter plant.

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globe Sparta, WI
02/14/2022

I didn’t think about how hard it would be to own one, but I’m excited and up for the challenge!

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01/31/2022

I made a Bonsai tree. It’s ower 20 year old

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globe Sale, England
01/24/2022

difficult to look after i think .. :/

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12/25/2021

I love my tree

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@Madi
leaf-1 4 Plants
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12/19/2021

I love my bonsai; however, it is a little picky and difficult to care for. When I first got it, it came in a plastic pot which seemed to work fine but I always repot my plants in terracotta pots so after a month or so I did! It worked charms and was doing really well and was SUPER lush and full… Then out of nowhere it started dropping leaves and browning rapidly. It was losing 20 ish leaves a day and eventually it only had about 10 leaves left. I was super bummed and thought I killed it, but I placed it next to a growing light in hopes that would help, which is did!! Not only has it made a comeback, but it is now thriving. Ficus ginseng are tricky little guys, but worth it.

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@Cheryl
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12/12/2021

Bonsai 5 yrs old growing fast

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globe Eau Claire, WI
12/12/2021

This is the perfect starting plant, will survive almost anything.

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leaf-1 6 Plants
xp 801 XP
11/13/2021

grows very easily and requires just a watering every now and then! great for people only just starting with plants

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globe Willington, CT
11/10/2021

I’m going to admit I’m not the best plant parent at times and often I forget to water my ficus : ( But, he always powers through and continues to grow and prosper. As long as your little buddy is getting lots of sunlight he’s a survivor and super easy to care for!

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leaf-1 5 Plants
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10/31/2021

Very pretty. For any of those tree-lovers, this plant would be for you. It’s like having a miniature tree! I love it!

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globe Homewood, IL
10/26/2021

Bought it full of leaves and green then they all started dying, this was two months ago, and now I see new buds and looks like the plant is coming back

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@faithiweddle avatar
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10/10/2021

He is losing his leaves quickly!

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globe Allendale Charter Township, MI
10/09/2021

A fan favorite

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@Earthling.olive avatar
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leaf-1 30 Plants
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10/05/2021

So far I really love my ficus! I’m still learning how to take care of it and so far I haven’t had any problems that I’m aware of. Honestly so pretty and I can’t wait for it to grow big and strong 😁

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@rosie avatar
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09/20/2021

they are VERY forgiving if you over/under water and also look very nice! although they are on the expensive side i don’t regret getting one at all

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@laj551 avatar
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globe Goliad, TX
09/19/2021

it’s very pretty but if you are a day late watering it the leaves will start falling off pretty quickly

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globe Boulder, CO
09/17/2021

I got this little guy recently bc I love the feature on the trunk that reminds me of an elfin face. It’s easy to care for, & a nice bonsai. I plan to let grow for awhile & then style it as a bonsai in s few years. I would absolutely recommend this as for anyone, as it is easy to keep happy inside year round.

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globe Grand Junction, CO
09/14/2021

Mine just happens to be too cute… that being said, I think they like to drink🤷🏻‍♀️ seems they brown more if I let them get too dry, haven’t had it very long.

Browns easily Browns easily
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globe Sept-Îles, Québec
09/09/2021

Easy to grow

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