Ficus Elastica 'Tineke' - 20cm

Ficus elastica are commonly referred to as:

Rubber plant or Rubber tree

Size of the Rubber Plant:

In its natural environment, the Rubber plant will grow up to 20m high, but containerised in an indoor situation it will reach a maximum height of 3m.

Water requirements for Your Rubber Plant:

The rubber plant needs to be kept moist, but must not sit in water.  Water when the top layer of soil becomes slightly dry, roughly once a week in summer and fortnightly in winter.

It will also benefit from a regular misting to keep the air around it moist, especially in summer or if the room is heated in winter.

Ideal Light Conditions for Your Rubber Plant:

Ficus elastica prefers a position in bright light with no direct sunlight on its leaves. Place it near a sunless window or at least 2m away from a sunny window.

Temperature Requirements for Your Rubber Plant:

Average room temperatures of 15 – 24°C are perfect. The rubber plant does not enjoy temperatures lower than 12°C and should never be exposed to drafts.

Feeding Requirements for Your Rubber Plant:

Feed with a liquid fertilizer every fortnight during spring and summer.

General Care for Your Rubber Plant:

Ficus elastica is one of the easiest figs to take care of. Most important is not to overwater it and not to move it around too much once you have found the perfect place for it.  A sudden drop in temperature or light conditions or exposure to a draft will affect its condition