This evergreen tree is a fast grower with a dense �weeping� canopy of glossy oval shaped 5-inch long leaves that have a leathery texture to the touch.Though this tree can grow to such massive sizes it is also a favorite as a houseplant and is even more popular among bonsai enthusiasts. Care & Instructions1. It prefer temperatures around 75 degrees Fahrenheit but capable of surviving down to around 57 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. This plant requires quite a bit of water but should not be drowned.3. The ideal lighting conditions for ficus microcarpa are somewhere it will have mid-shade but tending to the sunny side: i.e. more sun than shade but not necessarily full sunlight all day long. 4. It is recommended that you repot the plant every year or so in order to ensure proper growth and adequate room for root expansion.