DGray Avid Member Jan 19, 2010 #2 depends on the sp. Some are, some aren't. Stick with _Ficus benjamina_ or _F. alii_, also known as _F. macdougalii_. Some like _F. lyrata_ are probably dangerously poisonous if eaten in quantity, or over a long period of time. No reason to take any unneeded risks. Benjaminas are really easy if you have good light. Stick with the tried and true.
depends on the sp. Some are, some aren't. Stick with _Ficus benjamina_ or _F. alii_, also known as _F. macdougalii_. Some like _F. lyrata_ are probably dangerously poisonous if eaten in quantity, or over a long period of time. No reason to take any unneeded risks. Benjaminas are really easy if you have good light. Stick with the tried and true.