Ficus Benghalensis Indian Banyan – Live Tropical Ficus Plant | 6 Inch Pot Grown | Banyan Fig Tree | Ships No Pot

Add bold tropical foliage and impressive long-term growth potential to your plant collection with this live Ficus benghalensis, commonly known as the Indian Banyan or Banyan Fig. This iconic tropical evergreen tree is admired for its broad green leaves, strong branching habit, and distinctive aerial roots that can develop as mature plants grow in suitable warm and humid conditions. The plant is grown in a 6-inch nursery pot prior to shipping but is shipped without the pot, with a portion of the growing medium removed for transportation. When young, Ficus benghalensis can be maintained as an attractive container or indoor foliage plant, while mature specimens can become very large landscape trees in tropical climates.
You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Ficus benghalensis Indian Banyan plant
✔️ Grown in a 6-inch nursery pot prior to shipping
✔️ Healthy young tropical foliage plant
✔️ Shipped without pot with reduced growing medium
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Indian Banyan, Banyan Fig, Banyan Tree
Botanical Name: Ficus benghalensis
Plant Type: Tropical evergreen tree
Growth Stage: Young established plant
Sun Requirements: Bright indirect light to full sun when properly acclimated
Soil: Fertile, loose, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; allow the upper soil to begin drying between waterings
Mature Height: Can exceed 50 feet outdoors in suitable tropical conditions
Growth Habit: Upright, spreading, and highly branching with potential aerial root development
Foliage: Broad, glossy green leaves
Humidity: Moderate to high humidity preferred
USDA Zones: Approximately 10–12
Container Friendly: Yes when young; size can be managed with pruning and container culture

💡 Care Tip: After arrival, plant your Indian Banyan in a well-draining potting mix and keep it in bright, protected light while it adjusts. Water thoroughly when the upper layer of soil begins to dry, but avoid keeping the roots constantly saturated. Gradually acclimate the plant before exposing it to stronger direct sunlight. If grown outdoors in a warm climate, carefully consider its mature size and vigorous root system when choosing a permanent planting location.