Indoor, bright, indirect light; tolerates medium light
Ficus Alii
An indoor fig tree with long, slim, willow-like leaves, at 120 to 140 cm or 140 to 160 cm. Bright, indirect light; it copes with medium light.
AED 176each, 120-140 cm
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Height:
Quantity
- Ficus Alii, 120-140 cm × 1
- AED 176
- Total
- AED 176
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- Light
- Bright, indirect light; tolerates medium light
- Water
- Every 7–10 days indoors, when the top 3–5 cm of soil is dry; less in winter
- Pets
- Toxic to pets
- Size
- 120–160 cm
- Where
- Indoor
Why people love it
- Long slender willow-like leaves give an elegant, light-looking tree.
- Narrow leaves cast a softer shade than broad ficus.
- Fits a bright lobby or living room.
Worth knowing
- The ASPCA lists it as toxic to cats and dogs, so keep it away from pets.
- Leaf drop is common if the soil swings between wet and dry.
- It leans toward the light, so rotate the pot.
About this plant
Ficus Alii (Ficus maclellandii 'Alii', also sold as Ficus binnendijkii 'Alii') is a tropical fig from Southeast Asia with long, narrow, glossy leaves that hang gracefully from upright branches. It is often called the banana leaf fig and has a softer, more relaxed look than other indoor figs.
In Dubai it is an indoor plant and one of the easier figs to keep. It sheds leaves less readily than weeping figs when moved or exposed to small changes, and it copes with air-conditioned rooms. It does best in bright, indirect light near a window; in dim corners it thins out. Keep it away from direct AC airflow and hot direct sun through glass, and let the topsoil dry before watering.
It works in living rooms, office receptions, meeting rooms and beside large windows with sheer curtains. We offer it from about 120 cm to 160 cm as a floor tree.
- Sizes
- 120 and 140 cm
- Light
- Bright, indirect light; tolerates medium light
- Water
- Every 7–10 days indoors, when the top 3–5 cm of soil is dry; less in winter
- AC
- Keep it 1 metre from vents
- Pets
- Listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs (ficin and ficusin in the milky sap; can cause stomach upset and skin irritation).
Why Green Beetle, Not a Nursery
What changes when you buy here instead of collecting from a nursery.
| Compare | Plant Nursery | Green Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Plant quality | Grown outdoors, stressed indoors | Acclimatized for Dubai interiors |
| Before dispatch | Not checked | Checked for damage |
| Repotting | Needed straight away | Fresh soil, not needed |
| Delivery | You collect | Delivered, packed properly |
| After-care | None | WhatsApp help from our team |
Every plant is checked at our shop in Warsan 3 before it is dispatched. Questions about Ficus Alii? Message us on WhatsApp.
Care Guide for Dubai Homes
How to keep Ficus Alii healthy through the Dubai year.
Light
Bright, indirect light; tolerates medium light. Keep it out of harsh direct afternoon sun in summer.
Watering
Every 7–10 days indoors, when the top 3–5 cm of soil is dry; less in winter. Water when the top 2 to 3 cm of soil feels dry, empty the saucer afterwards, and check the soil before you water: AC slows how fast the plant uses water.
Care notes
Soil: well-draining indoor potting mix with bark or perlite. Feeding: balanced liquid feed every 4 weeks from March to October. Common mistake: moving it around often, as figs drop leaves when their light changes. Where it works: living rooms, office receptions, meeting rooms and bright window corners.
AC and air flow
Keep it at least 1 metre from AC vents. Cold air blowing straight onto the leaves dries the edges.
Cleaning the leaves
Dust settles quickly in Dubai homes. Wipe the leaves with a damp cloth every few weeks so they keep taking in light.
Feeding and repotting
Feed once a month from March to October. Repot every 2 years into a pot one size up, or book a Plant Doctor visit and we do it for you.
Pets
Listed by the ASPCA as toxic to cats and dogs (ficin and ficusin in the milky sap; can cause stomach upset and skin irritation).
Need Help Later On?
Book a Plant Doctor visit: our team checks the plant, changes the soil, feeds, prunes and cleans it, and shows you how to keep it healthy.
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Ficus Alii FAQs
Does Ficus Alii drop leaves like a weeping fig?
Much less. It is more tolerant of small changes, though it may shed a few leaves after moving while it adjusts.
How often should I water it in Dubai?
About every 7–10 days indoors, once the top 3–5 cm of soil is dry.
Is Ficus Alii toxic to pets?
Yes. The ASPCA lists Ficus as toxic to cats and dogs; the sap can cause stomach upset and skin irritation.
How tall is it?
It is sold at about 120–160 cm and can grow taller indoors over time.
Need 10 or more for an office, hotel or restaurant?
We install and maintain them too, with one written quote.