Arabica Coffee Live Plant
What arrives: your plant, rooted in soil in its 3" nursery pot. Pot size is the pot's diameter, not the plant's height — a larger pot generally means an older, larger plant. Live plants vary in height, fullness and leaf count.
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Free delivery, continental U.S. Packed and dispatched in 1–4 business days (we ship Monday–Wednesday so plants don't sit in transit over a weekend); standard transit is then typically 3–7 business days. Heat packs are not included automatically — for cold-weather deliveries (below about 45°F at the destination) add Winter Plant Shipping Protection to your order. In extreme heat or cold we may hold your order until it is safe to ship, and will let you know. Shipping details
Arabica Coffee Plant (Coffea arabica) is an easy-care tropical that, grown large enough, produces fragrant white flowers and red cherries — the seeds inside are true coffee beans. First documented in Yemen centuries ago and now grown worldwide, it makes a glossy, low-fuss houseplant that enjoys a spell outdoors in warm weather.
Why choose Arabica Coffee
- Eye-catching glossy, dark-green leaves on an upright little shrub
- A characterful, rewarding houseplant
- Approachable, houseplant-friendly care
Looks best: a bright spot with indirect light.
What you receive
- One live Arabica Coffee, rooted in soil in a 3", 4" or 6" nursery pot (pick a size above).
- Nursery pot and soil included; a decorative planter only if you select one.
- Live plants vary in height, fullness and leaf count within the pot size you choose; we do not publish measured shipping heights.
Will it suit your home?
- Botanical name: Coffea arabica
- Light: Bright, indirect; tolerates medium; no harsh direct sun
- Water: keeping the soil lightly and evenly moist (don't let it fully dry out).
- Difficulty: Moderate — a little particular but rewarding.
- Growth style: Glossy, dark-green leaves on an upright little shrub.
- Mature size: Grows into a fuller plant over time — mature size can vary by growing conditions.
- Pet safety: Not pet-safe — toxic to cats and dogs if eaten. Keep out of reach of pets.
Good fit: Bright, indirect-light spots · Growers who enjoy a little hands-on care · People who love characterful foliage · Shelves, desks, and brightening a corner.
Think twice if: Homes with pets that may chew leaves — it is toxic · People who often forget to water — it dislikes drying out fully · Spots with harsh, direct sun all day · Anyone wanting a totally hands-off plant.
Delivery and arrival help
- Ships free within the continental U.S. from a greenhouse in Florida or California, carefully packed in its nursery pot with soil.
- Dispatched within 1–4 business days, Monday to Wednesday so plants don't sit in transit over a weekend; standard transit is typically 3–7 business days after that.
- Heat packs are not included automatically: in cold weather (below about 45°F at the destination) add Winter Plant Shipping Protection to your order, and in extreme cold or heat we may hold the order until it is safe to ship — we will let you know.
- If it arrives dead, severely damaged, or significantly different from the description, email photos of the plant and packaging to info@shopfloridaplant.com within 48 hours of delivery for a full refund or a free replacement (refund policy).
- Give your plant a few days to settle in; minor cosmetic marks from transit are normal.
Care and common questions
- Light: Bright, indirect light keeps Arabica Coffee looking its best, and it tolerates medium light. Avoid harsh, direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.
- Watering: Keep the soil lightly and evenly moist — Arabica Coffee likes steady moisture and can wilt or crisp if it dries out fully. Don't let it sit in water, and ease off in winter.
- Humidity: Enjoys higher humidity — dry air can brown the leaf edges, so a pebble tray or humidifier helps.
- Temperature: Typical room temperatures (about 65–80°F). Keep it away from cold drafts and hot, dry vents.
- Soil: A good, well-draining potting mix in a pot with a drainage hole.
- Fertilizer: Feed lightly with a balanced houseplant fertilizer in spring and summer; pause in winter.
- Good to know: Keep it bright, warm, and evenly moist; older plants may flower and set small "cherries."
- Care tip: Give it the right light and consistent watering, and Arabica Coffee stays full and healthy.
How often should I water Arabica Coffee?
Water keeping the soil lightly and evenly moist (don't let it fully dry out).
What kind of light does Arabica Coffee need?
Bright, indirect light keeps Arabica Coffee looking its best, and it tolerates medium light. Avoid harsh, direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.
Is Arabica Coffee pet safe?
No. Arabica Coffee is considered toxic to cats and dogs if eaten, so keep it out of reach of pets.
Why are my coffee plant leaf edges browning?
Usually dry air or uneven watering. Keep it evenly moist, raise humidity, and give bright indirect light out of harsh sun.