Plant guide
フィカス・バーガンディ
Watering rhythm
Every 5–10 days
Ficus Burgundy is a relative of the rubber plant family, native to India. It's prized for its striking deep wine-red foliage. It's a hardy, easy-to-grow houseplant with excellent adaptability to indoor conditions, making it a wonderful choice for beginners.
Bright indirect light is ideal. Avoid direct sunlight. Keep temperatures between 15–25°C, and try not to let it drop below 10°C. Humidity between 50–70% will help the leaves thrive. It prefers to be away from direct air conditioning drafts.
Light and temperature change a plant's metabolism, so the ideal cadence shifts with the seasons.
Spring
Every 5–8 days
Summer
Every 4–7 days
Autumn
Every 6–9 days
Winter
Every 10–14 days
Water thoroughly when the soil surface feels dry, until water drains from the bottom of the pot. Always empty the saucer afterward. If the leaves feel soft and start to droop, that's a sign your plant needs water. Be careful not to overwater, as this can lead to root rot. Misting the leaves regularly will help keep your plant looking its best.
Quick lookup from symptom to likely cause and action.
| Symptom | Likely cause | What to try |
|---|---|---|
| Leaves turning yellow and dropping | Overwatering causing root rot, or exposure to cold stress. When roots stay constantly wet, they can't breathe properly. | Check the soil moisture by touching it, and if it feels noticeably wet, hold back on watering. Check the pot's drainage, and consider repotting if drainage seems poor. |
| Leaves looking pale and faded | Insufficient light. Ficus Burgundy prefers bright conditions, and without enough light, photosynthesis can't happen effectively. | Move it to a brighter spot with indirect light near a window. You should see improvement within about two weeks. |
| New leaves aren't appearing and growth has stalled | Cold stress during winter, nutrient deficiency, or the roots may be cramped. Growth nearly stops when temperatures drop below 15°C. | Make sure the temperature stays above 15°C. Feed it with houseplant fertilizer about once a month in spring. If the pot feels too small, repot into a slightly larger one in spring. |
| Sticky residue or white flakes on the leaves | Spider mites or scale insects may have appeared. These pests thrive in dry indoor environments. | Gently wipe the leaves with a soft cloth. If the problem is severe, consider using insecticidal spray. Regular misting will help prevent infestations by keeping humidity up. |
| Stems feel soft and weak | Stretching and weakening from a combination of too little light and too much humidity, plus poor air circulation. | Move it to a brighter location and improve air circulation. Water less frequently to let the soil dry out more easily. Prune any damaged stems to encourage a fuller, healthier plant. |
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