Ficus 'shivereana' (Moonshine)

Moonshine Ficus 🌙🌿 is loved for its thick glossy leaves splashed in soft green, cream, and speckled mint, giving it a rare, painterly look that stands out beautifully in a bright room. It does best in bright indirect light indoors, where the variegation stays strongest and it can shine on a plant stand, shelf, or near a sunny window without harsh midday sun. This plant is generally manageable once it settles in, but like most ficus it prefers consistency and does not love sudden changes. Pro tip: if it starts dropping leaves, check the light first and avoid moving it around too much 💡.

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Quick Facts:
🌱 Botanical Name: Ficus elastica ‘Shivereana’
🏷️ Common Names: Moonshine Ficus, Shivereana Ficus
💧 Watering Needs: Moderate; water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry
☀️ Light Needs: Bright indirect light
🍃 Growth Habit: Upright, branching foliage plant
🪴 Difficulty Level: Beginner to Intermediate
⚠️ Toxicity: Toxic if chewed or ingested by pets or people
🌎 Native Region: Cultivar of a species native to tropical Asia

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