Ficus 'Amstel King'

Name: 'Amstel King'
Description: The "Improved" Banana Leaf Ficus

This variety has long, banana-shaped leaves. The large, leathery, fast- growing foliage has a lush tropical appeal. This plant has similar growth habits to Ficus Alli, but has many wider, thicker and somewhat larger leaves. During active growth periods, growth tips are a very pronounced pink to red that contrasts beautifully against the broad, shiny leaves. 'Amstel King' holds its foliage extremely well indoors.

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The temperature requirements for 'Amstel King' is a comfortable 78 to 90 F days, 70 to 75 F nights. Ficus leaves do accumulate dust. Wipe leaves regularly with a damp cloth to remove dust.

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