Ficus Alii, FICUS maclellandii Alii
The Ficus Alii, FICUS maclellandii 'Alii', is a large, ornamental, man-made hybrid plant that is rapidly gaining in popularity as it is more durable and easier to grow than other plants of the same genus and lacks their finickiness and tendency to shed leaves.
🌱 Description
It can be found in many forms, including bushes, braids, standards and spiraled trunks. Its slender dark green leaves make it an extremely attractive plant.
Its relatively thick leaves are long and narrow, growing from 3 inches to 10 inches long. New growth is sometimes tinted bronze and later matures to a deep, rich green.
One of the Best Plants For Cleaner, Fresher Air
This plant distinguishes itself for its ability to help purify indoor air.
🌿 Planting & Care Guide
☀️ Light Requirements
Provide filtered sunlight or bright indirect light. As with nearly all Ficus plants, if your plant is situated against a wall, it's best to rotate the plant every few days to prevent the back of the plant from losing its leaves.
💧 Watering
Allow the surface of the soil to dry to the touch between waterings. Water with tepid water, as cold water may cause leaf loss. This plant does not require as much water as other Ficus and over watering will cause leaf drop and leaf spotting.
🌡️ Temperature
This plant prefers a temperature range of 55° to 75°F, although exposure to lower temperatures above 45°F is tolerated for short periods of time. Keep out of cold drafts.
🌱 Fertilizing
Feed bi-monthly during the winter, monthly when your plant is growing.
🐛 Pests
Relatively resistant to pests. Watch for scale insects.