Description
Rubber Plant is a bold evergreen that gets its name from the sticky sap that dries into a low-quality rubber.
| Sr | Item name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Rubber Tree, Rubber Plant, Ficus elastica (Ruby, Pink) - Plant |
| 2 | 5 inch (13 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
The rubber plant or Ficus ruby pink is a popular ornamental plant from the Ficus genus. In its natural habitat it grows over 30 metres tall, however, the varieties grown indoors are a much more manageable height.
Plant Specifications
| Plant Height | 16 inch (41 cm) |
| Plant Spread | 6 inch (15 cm) |
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name | Ficus elastica zulu shield,Rubber Plant Ruby, Ficus Ruby Pink |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 1.5 to 3 m |
| Bloom Time | Rarely flowers |
| Difficulty Level | Easy |
Planting and care
Rubber Tree care
Bright light required. Plants can take direct sunlight too. But do not place plants from low light to direct sunlight - they will get scorched. Move them gradually.
| Sunlight | Partial sun, Requires shade |
| Watering | Low |
| Soil | Loamy soil |
| Temperature | 20 to 40 degrees C |
| Fertilizer | Use any organic fertilizer. Feed once a month spring through summer with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted by half. |
Rubber Tree special feature
The rubber plant is all about having a small tree indoors with broad shiny attractive leaves.
Rubber Tree uses
Ornamental Use:
- Used for decorations in homes, shops and offices
- Good to keep inside homes and terraces