£8.00 - £55.00
Ficus elastica; Ficus robusta
Rubber Plant
He likes a bright room but not next to a window where the sun will shine directly on him and scorch him.
When the top two inches of his soil are dry, it’s time for a drink. You’ll make him very happy if you mist him regularly.
He doesn’t need much feed, but a fertiliser mixed to half-strength once every two months in the warmer months will help.
His leaves can get dusty, which will block his pores. Nobody likes a blocked pore, so gently wipe him with a soft, damp cloth when needed.
Botanical name
Ficus Elastica
Nickname
Rubber Plant; Rubber Tree; Rubber Fig; Indian Rubber Bush
Plant type
Indoor
Air purifying
Yes
Plant height (including pot)
35-45cm; 90-100cm
Pet/baby safe
Toxic if ingested
Nursery pot size
12cm; 27cm
The Rubber Plant gets its name from the white latex coursing through its veins, which was once used to make rubber. Even its handsome, glossy leaves have a thick, rubber-like look.
In its native habitat in southern parts of Asia, this plant can grow as tall as 60 metres, with its trunk getting as thick as two metres in diameter. They don’t get anywhere near as lofty as that indoors, thankfully.
Give it all the care it needs - don’t forget it loves a regular misting - and you’ll be rewarded with a striking plant that will be a focal point in any room.
Did you know?
In parts of India, the rubber tree’s incredibly strong roots have been trained to form ‘living bridges’ over small rivers.
Fits in 30cm wide pots
£55.00
Fits in 12.5cm wide pots
£12.00
£150.00
£12.00
