Rubber plant 'robusta'
Ficus elastica
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How to care
Ficus elastica, commonly known as the rubber plant, is a popular houseplant known for its large, glossy leaves. It thrives in bright, indirect light but can tolerate lower light conditions. Ensure the soil is well-draining to prevent root rot. This plant prefers a stable environment, so avoid sudden changes in temperature or humidity.
Light Preference
Full Sun
Part Shade
Size
- Height
- 2.5 m – 4 m
- Spread
- 1 m – 1.5 m
- Years
- 10 – 20
Preferred soil
Loam
Acidic
Alkaline
Neutral
Propagation
Cutting
Life Cycle
Perennial
Lives for more than two years.
Hardiness Zone
9b
-3.9°C – -1.1°C
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Leaves
- Evergreen
- Black
- Green
- Green Dark
- Red
- Broadleaf
Flowers
- Inconspicuous
Toxic to
- LeafCatsModerate · Ingestion
- LeafDogsModerate · Ingestion
- LeafHumansMild · Ingestion
- LeafHumansMild · Skin contact
Informational only — not veterinary or medical advice. Missing data does not mean a plant is safe.
Other names
- Ficus 'robusta'
- Indian rubber tree 'robusta'
- Rubber tree 'robusta'
Botanical Synonyms
- Ficus robusta
Taxonomy
- Order
- Rosales
- Family
- Moraceae
- Genus
- Ficus