{"product_id":"huge-ficus-alii-1","title":"Huge Ficus 'Alii'","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is a Ficus alii?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ficus alii was designed and bred for indoor use, so it’s way on the easier end of Ficus care when it comes to light, water, temperature, and movement. It’s still a bit particular (all Ficuses are), but it’s making a real effort to be easygoing because it’s so excited to live with you. Also called a banana leaf fig, the alii Ficus has long glossy leaves shaped just like flat bananas, but it’s not safe around your pet monkey (or cat).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow tall is the Ficus alii’s height?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Huge Size Ficus Aliis are about 7-10ft tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFicus alii benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn its efforts to be a good housemate, the Ficus alii tree promises that if you do the cooking, she’ll clean all the air. A little fertilizer in exchange for air-purifying plant magic is a pretty good deal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe alii Ficus tree is beautiful, with its simple, long, glossy leaves draping to create an elegant treetop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs a ficus alii tree the right plant for you?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you’re semi-experienced plant carer but don’t want to jump all the way in the deep end, the Ficus alii plant is a perfect medium-difficulty, maximum-height tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you’re looking for a bathroom or kitchen plant, you found it! The alii ficus tree loves humidity (but it does ok other places, too, just mist it.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you like Ficuses but find them a little intimidating, pick alii—this is the Ficus that wants to be your best friend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare level for a Ficus alii plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFicus alii is a medium-difficulty big plant: If you’ve successfully kept a few plants alive but don’t want to stress over it, this is the level for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the Ficus alii like sun or shade?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFicus alii needs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of bright indirect light. If the light is too direct, poor alii will burn (sunscreen won’t work, we tried). To little light, and the leaves will turn brown and fall off.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKeep the Ficus Alii in indirect bright light, a spot that is naturally lit but doesn't necessarily need to be direct light hitting the plant. We recommend you rotating the plant every few days so that the whole plant can get an even spread of light.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTo understand more about indoor lighting, refer to our ultimate indoor plant lighting guide. (coming soon)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow often does a Ficus alii need to be watered?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFicus plants in general does not like to stay wet and the Alii is no exception. For watering, you want to water the Ficus Alii once every 3 weeks or so after you check and confirm that the first 3-4 inches of soil is dry across a few spots of the soil. When you do water, make sure to water the plant slowly and thoroughly, that translates to a continuous 3 minutes or so of watering.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e*it is important to note that the watering described above is for this specific size of Ficus Aliis (Huge Size 17\" diameter pot), if you came through a google search looking for watering instructions for Ficus Aliis in general, please visit our Ficus watering guide for the most accurate watering info. (coming soon)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes Ficus alii have any special requirements?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilize once a month or every other month, spring through fall (that’s the trade—you cook, she cleans the air).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepot every 2 years. Even if you don’t want it to grow bigger in a bigger pot, at least give it fresh dirt and put it back in its original container so it can stay healthy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlii Ficus \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereally \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elikes humidity—like, 60%-80%—so it thrives in kitchens and bathrooms. If you keep them somewhere else, try a humidifier, pebble tray, or frequent mistings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eI\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003es a Ficus alii safe for pets?\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSadly, despite its best efforts, Ficus alii just isn’t a pet person. It causes significant irritation to the mouth and stomach if ingested.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMust know before buying a ficus alii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDangerous for pets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant in its simplicity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA bit fussy about needing bright indirect light, but less fussy than other Ficuses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLikes consistently moist soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeeds natural or manufactured humidity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GRANDE PLANTS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44920179359880,"sku":"HUGE FICUS 'ALII'abestarforsync","price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/8804\/9288\/files\/hugealii_cb1e78db-1d9a-4788-95ac-76b9992785a6.jpg?v=1774370926","url":"https:\/\/www.grandeplants.com\/products\/huge-ficus-alii-1","provider":"GRANDE PLANTS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}