Banana-Leaf Fig in nursery pot

Remarkably statuesque and sculptural but surprisingly easy to grow, Ficus maclellandii is a non-fruiting indoor Banana-leaf Fig. The long, slender foliage of this braided mini-tree remains invariably tidy on a plant that thrives in bright indirect light. Expect some leaf drop after shipping, foliage will re-emerge after acclimating to new home. Shipped in a nursery pot.

Ficus is an ancient, large, and diverse genus of evergreen trees, shrubs, and vines growing mostly throughout the tropics, with a few deciduous species, such as the delicious, common Fig (F. carica), inhabiting warm, temperate regions. The genus also includes Rubber Plants (F. elastica), Fiddle-leaf Fig (F. lyrata), Banana-leaf Fig (F. maclellandii), Variegated Ficus (F. triangularis) and numerous other species grown as houseplants. All commonly grown Ficus species contain toxic sap; site plants out of the reach of children and pets and wear gloves when pruning.

Our houseplants appear generously sized in our photos. They are representative of the sizes we ship to you. For information on growing and care, click Growing Guide.