Ficus altissimaOriginal planter and height images are retained. Branching varies naturally; the room scene is a styling reference.
Ficus altissima
Indoor Ficus Altissima Plant
An open branching silhouette and broad green leaves bring the feel of a small tree indoors. Choose 1.6–1.7 m or 1.7–1.9 m, with the planter combinations shown below.
Choose height & planter
Listed heights are supplied sizes, not mature limits. The 1.7–1.9 m option is available with square or cylinder cement planters. Allow room for branches and access around the pot.
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Optional extra
Miracle-Gro Liquid Fertilizer for Home Gardening 250ml/1.45L
For feeding during active growth. Dilute according to the bottle instructions.
Plant characteristics & growing tips
Indoor Ficus Altissima Plant · Ficus altissima
Plant characteristics
- Light
- Bright, filtered daylight
- Leaves
- Broad green leaves · distinct pale veins
- Growth
- Woody tree · continues growing
- Supplied form
- Open branching crown
- Root zone
- Draining mix · no standing water
- Pruning
- Wear gloves around milky sap
Hong Kong growing tips
- Humid indoor weeks
- Check moisture below the top layer
- West-facing glass
- Filter strong afternoon sun
- High AC outlets
- Keep airflow off the crown
- Curtains & walkways
- Keep branches clear of moving fabric
- Planter access
- Leave room to inspect drainage
- At leaf height
- Check window light above furniture
A branching canopy.
Room to breathe.
Let the trunk remain visible beside low furniture. Keep the crown clear of curtains and overhead shelving.
Choose a bright window-side position where daylight reaches the leaves, rather than judging brightness at floor level.
Planting & styling guide
How do I settle a branching tree into its planter?
Plan the position first
- Check the full crown against curtains, shelves and the route into the room.
- Move it by supporting the container and root ball, never by pulling the branches.
- Identify how the chosen planter drains before the first watering.
- If repotting is needed, keep the trunk base at its existing soil level in a slightly larger draining pot.
- Check stability and leave access to remove collected water.
A change of planter is not always a repot
Check the delivered arrangement first: an outer cover and a growing pot serve different purposes. Do not assume a decorative planter has drainage holes.
How do I maintain its open branching shape?
- Light the leavesKeep the canopy in bright filtered daylight. A tall cabinet between the window and the leaves can shade an otherwise bright corner.
- Check the root ballLet the mix dry slightly before watering thoroughly. Clear water collected inside a cover or saucer; do not water by a fixed weekly calendar.
- Keep cuts deliberateShorten a protruding shoot only when needed, cutting just above a leaf or node. Wear gloves and protect nearby surfaces from sap.
- Inspect branch junctionsWhile wiping leaves, inspect undersides and branch junctions for scale or mealybugs. Isolate a suspect plant before treating a confirmed problem.
What works beneath an airy tree canopy?
Keep companions in separate pots outside the trunk base. Each still needs its own light and watering check.
Peperomia Obtusifolia(Baby Rubber Plant)
A low rounded-leaf plant beside the pot preserves the view of the branching trunk.
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Snake Plant
Narrow upright foliage suits the outer edge of the group without filling the open canopy.
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ZZ Plant
Give broad split leaves a separate brighter side position, away from the tree’s shade and the walkway.
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Size guide
Compare people and plants for a sense of scale. Refer to your selected option for this product's height.
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Frequently asked questions
Indoor Ficus Altissima Plant · Ficus altissima
Will it stay at the height I buy?
No. The options describe supplied height ranges. Allow future growing room and use selective pruning when branches exceed the available space.
Read moreIs this the yellow-variegated form?
The current product images show green leaves with pale veins. They do not promise the yellow-edged foliage of a named variegated cultivar.
Read moreWhy are there fewer planters for the taller size?
The available combinations are those listed for this product. At present 1.7–1.9 m comes with square or cylinder cement; the shorter size also offers plastic pot and bamboo basket.
Read moreDo bare lower branches mean the tree is unhealthy?
Not necessarily: the supplied form has a visible trunk and open branches. Compare with its usual shape. If leaf loss is new or increasing, check light, root moisture and direct AC airflow before adding water or feed.
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Is delivery included?
Free-delivery thresholds depend on your area and order total: HK$500+ for Tung Chung / South Lantau, over HK$800 for Discovery Bay, and HK$1,000+ for other areas. Check the delivery fee at checkout.
Will you bring it inside?
With lift access, plants can be placed indoors. For walk-up buildings, standard delivery is to the building entrance. Stair carrying is extra and should be arranged in advance.
Can I collect it from the nursery?
Yes. Pickup is available at 20D Lo Wai Village, Pui O, Monday–Saturday, 10am–5pm. Please make an appointment once your order is ready.