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Rubber Tree

Ficus Elastica 'Decora'

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Overview

The Rubber Tree, Ficus elastica 'Decora', is an ornamental evergreen with a robust structure, reaching up to 50 feet in its natural habitat but commonly kept around 6-10 feet indoors for ornamental use. It features large, glossy, dark green leaves up to 12 inches long, which contribute to its air-purifying qualities. Prefers indirect light and moderate watering, making it a low-maintenance option for interior landscapes and focal points in design.

Sun HalfWater MediumZones 9–11Type Shrub, TreeClimate Subtropical
Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica 'Decora') — shrub / tree for half; the Rubber Tree is a resilient and low-maintenance choice, image 96

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Moraceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica 'Decora') — creating a substantial visual impact in the garden.<br><br>The plant is well-regarded for its glossy; reaching up to 50
Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica 'Decora') — making it a low-maintenance option for interior landscapes and focal points in design; the Rubber Tree, image 54
Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica 'Decora') — Its versatility makes it suitable for container planting; allowing the soil to dry out slightly between watering
Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica 'Decora') — Despite its robust appearance, it's sensitive to cold drafts and low temperatures; the dark green foliage with a hint
Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica 'Decora') — which contribute to its air-purifying qualities; is an ornamental evergreen with a robust structure, image 76
Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica 'Decora') — The dark green foliage with a hint of burgundy provides a lush, vibrant tone throughout the year
Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica 'Decora') — Prefers indirect light and moderate watering
Rubber Tree (Ficus Elastica 'Decora') — Its versatility makes it suitable for container planting
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