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Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree

Ficus Elastica

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Overview

Ficus elastica, commonly called the Rubber Plant, is a robust evergreen tree known for its glossy, leather-like leaves, which can grow up to 12 inches long. Tolerant of low-light conditions, it prefers well-draining soil and moderate moisture. With time, it can reach heights of 25-30 feet outdoors. In landscapes, it serves as a striking specimen plant or privacy screen. Hardy in USDA zones 10-12, it thrives in warm, humid climates.

Sun HalfWater MediumZones 9–11Climate Subtropical
Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica) — commonly called the Rubber Plant

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Moraceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica) — so placement should be considered with care; originating from Southeast Asia
Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica) — note that the sap can be irritating to skin and toxic if ingested; is a robust evergreen tree known for its glossy
Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica) — especially in households with pets or small children; weekly watering to maintain slightly moist soil
Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica) — shrub / tree for half; note that the sap can be irritating to skin and toxic if ingested
Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica) — which can grow up to 12 inches long; glossy leaves are a deep green with a prominent central vein and, image 55
Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica) — is a robust evergreen tree known for its glossy; it serves as an excellent focal point or a natural, image 54
Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica) — Tolerant of low-light conditions, it prefers well-draining soil and moderate moisture; especially in, image 56
Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica) — commonly called the Rubber Plant; tolerant of low-light conditions, it prefers well-draining soil and, image 53
Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica) — With time, it can reach heights of 25-30 feet outdoors; in landscapes, it serves as a striking, image 57
Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica) — In landscapes, it serves as a striking specimen plant or privacy screen; direct, intense sun may, image 58
Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica) — Hardy in USDA zones 10-12, it thrives in warm, humid climates; tropical texture to a garden, image 59

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