Indian Laurel - Ficus Nitida

We’re huge fans of the Indian Laurel - it’s got pots of personality! The Ficus Nitida or as it's more commonly known, the Indian Laurel, is a beautiful, large indoor houseplant.

Here at Happy Houseplants, we sell the impressive and elegant tree form, really a house tree plant!  It is a tall indoor plant, growing to 180cm in the house, with a thick trunk, a very stylish houseplant.  Truly amongst the best of houseplants with its graceful form and attractive bark.

The Indian Laurel tree in its natural habitat can reach up to 50m tall but we wouldn’t expect that to happen in your house! It originates in southern China, India, Australia and New Caledonia.

It’s a beautiful plant that will add finesse to your rooms - think of the pages of a magazine! Whatever the style of your home - Victorian terrace or ultra-modern - the Indian Laurel will be a stunning feature and will enhance any room.

It’s an easy-going, versatile houseplant that needs minimal attention and will reward you with something wonderful to look at, so it’s not a difficult plant if you don’t know much about caring for houseplants.  Looking to buy online houseplants? Look no further than Happy Houseplants! We sell the best houseplants for indoor plant delivery.

If you are buying this lovely houseplant as a gift! We’ll include a free handwritten card with your delivery. Just note your gift message at the basket stage of the checkout and we’ll take care of it! And we won’t include any giveaway paperwork either!

Indian Laurel care

Easy care, suitable for beginners

Where should I put my Indian Laurel?

YourIndian Laurel Tree likes a bright, sunny spot.

How should I water my Indian Laurel?

Only water your Ficus Nitida plant when compost is dry to the touch.

Does it need feeding?

During Spring and Summer feed every 6-8 weeks with a liquid feed. Happy Houseplants sell our own vegan organic plant food.

Is this plant suitable if I have pets?

Pets: This plant is toxic to cats and dogs.

What size is this plant?

Size:  W27cm x H130cm, W30cm X H130cm 

Why don’t you have a look at our stylish 35cm planters? 

If you love the Ficus Nitida then we think you might be inspired by some of the other Figs in our range:

If you’d like to see a video we have made about general houseplant care, have a look here.

All our plants are supplied in a plastic nursery pot