Indian laurel
Indian laurel
Indian laurel, Malayan Fig, Ficus Microcarpa Nitida Tree - Plant Drop
Indian laurel, Malayan Fig, Ficus Microcarpa Nitida - Plant Drop

Indian laurel

Ficus Microcarpa
Regular price£495.00
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Total Height (Including Nursery Pot)

Fits Decorative Pot Opening: 41cm+

  • Delivered within 1–3 days
  • Delivered within 3–8 days

Plant Sizing

Height: 150-170cm
Nursery Potsize: ø40cm
Decorative Pot Opening Required: 41cm+

How to pair a decorative pot

For no fuss or mess you can place the plant in its growing pot (the pot it arrives in) inside a decorative one. This allows allows excess water to be drained after watering.

For a good fit the opening (not diameter) and height of the new decorative pot need to be several centimetres greater than the current growing pot. Here is how we measure and list pot sizes:

Remember to take into account tapering, as the internal height of a pot will be measured from the centre to the top but the sides will taper in a rounded pot.

We recommend using a liner to protect your decorative pot and prevent leaking (whether placing the nursery pot inside or repotting directly into the decorative pot). 

Read more about how to pot your plant here.


Plant Suitability

Preferred Location: A bright spot with natural light

Care Level: Moderate

Care Instructions

When your plant arrives, follow these simple steps to help it settle into its new home.

For plant specific detail read our full Indian Laurel care guide.

  • Choose a suitable place with appropriate light - check our Light Guide
  • Carefully remove the plant from its packaging and allow it to adjust to its new environment.
  • Before watering, check the soil with your finger. If the top few centimetres feel dry, water lightly. If still moist, allow the soil to dry before watering.
  • Ensure the plant sits in a well-draining pot or nursery container, allowing excess water to drain away. (If planted follow our potted plant advice here)
  • Avoid moving the plant frequently during the first few days, allowing it time to acclimatise to its new surroundings.
  • Check your plant regularly and adjust watering and light as needed.

Following these simple steps will help your plant establish and thrive in its new space.

Plants often take 7–10 days to begin adjusting to a new environment -  light and temperature conditions - and some leaf movement or drop during this period is completely normal. 

For tailored advice you can speak to our Ai Horticulturalist here for specific advice to establish your plant or read our expert nurture guides. 

London Delivery

Small plants & pots | Courier | £5
Large plants & planters | Delivered by our team | £8–£35
White-glove placement | Positioning by our team | from £25

UK Specialist Plant Delivery

Small plants & pots | Courier | £5
Large plants & planters | £8
Extra-large plants & planters | Pallet delivery | from £65
Oversized plants | Partner delivery | from £125

International Delivery

Plants are currently available for UK delivery only.

Returns

Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery for plants, pots and accessories.

If you wish to return an item, please contact us within 14 days and we will provide return instructions.

Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.

If there are any concerns with your plant on arrival, please contact us within 48 hours so we can assist.

Space

Indoors

Light Conditions

Bright Indirect Light

Watering

Allow the top soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.

Temperature

Optimal temperature of 18-24°C. Minimum 12°C.

Feeding

Use a houseplant feed in the growing season (spring and summer)

Top Tip

Don't worry about a little leaf drop, this can happen with a change in environment or seasons.

Ficus Microcarpa

Indian laurel

Part of the fig family - most commonly known as Indian Laurel - this form has dense leaf formation making it perfect for indoor topiary, as it is very happy to be clipped.

It is also air purifying and relatively easy going once it has become used to its new home.

Indian laurel, Malayan Fig, Ficus Microcarpa Nitida Tree - Plant Drop

Nurture Guide

This ficus, like most others is happiest situated in indirect bright light. It is happy in most rooms, with a minimum night-time temperature of 15°C. If it is in too shaded a spot it could cause leaves to drop.

Allow the top two inches of soil to dry out between waterings and do not allow to sit in water as this will cause root rot. Apply a general purpose houseplant feed only in the growing months in small doses to avoid root burn. Reduce watering in winter.

Part of the fig family - most commonly known as Indian Laurel - this form has dense leaf formation making it perfect for indoor topiary, as it is very happy to be clipped. 

It is also air purifying and relatively easy going once it has become used to its new home. 

Best space & place

This ficus, like most others is happiest situated in indirect bright light. It is happy in most rooms, with a minimum night-time temperature of 15°C. If it is in too shaded a spot it could cause leaves to drop. 

When to water & feed

Allow the top two inches of soil to dry out between waterings and do not allow to sit in water as this will cause root rot. Apply a general purpose houseplant feed only in the growing months in small doses to avoid root burn. Reduce watering in winter.

Need to know

This tree always drops leaves when being moved, and more so in the winter when it commonly sheds some leaves anyway. It is a fast grower so these will be replaced quickly.

Read full care guide

 
Size Information

Height:  170-180cm
Nursery Potsize:  ø40cm
Decorative Pot Opening Required: 41cm+

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