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Moraceae
Ficus elastica
Product Code:
PLT-0444
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$48.00
Bring instant premium greenery into your space with the Rubber Plant. Its bold, glossy leaves and upright silhouette make it a standout floor plant for receptions, living rooms, and modern offices. Easy to maintain with simple “water-when-dry” care, Ficus elastica rewards you with steady growth and a clean, polished look all year—an effortless upgrade for any interior.
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Rubber Plant
Botanical Name: Ficus elastica
Plant Variant: Standard
Plant Color: Natural
Plant Country: Unknown
SKU: PLT-0444
Arabic Name: فيكس مطاط
Stems: 2
Family: Moraceae
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Rosales
Family: Moraceae
Genus: Ficus
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to eastern regions of the Indian subcontinent (India, Nepal, Bhutan) and Southeast Asia (Myanmar, Malaysia, Indonesia) extending to southern China. Widely cultivated worldwide as an ornamental indoor and outdoor plant.
4. Visual Characteristics
Leaves: Broad, glossy, elliptical, 15–30 cm long, deep green; new leaves emerge lighter and unfold from a reddish sheath.
Stems: Upright, woody stems often producing aerial roots; smooth gray-brown bark.
Form: Upright shrub or small tree with a dense crown of foliage.
Texture: Leathery leaves with a polished appearance.
5. Size & Dimensions
Indoor height: Typically 1.5–2.5 m; spread: 0.6–1 m.
Leaf dimensions: 15–30 cm long, 10–15 cm wide.
Pot size: Recommended 25–30 cm diameter for mature specimens.
6. Light Requirements
Prefers bright, indirect light; tolerates moderate light; avoid direct midday sun which can scorch leaves; insufficient light leads to leggy growth and smaller leaves.
7. Watering Needs
Allow top 2–3 cm of soil to dry between waterings; water thoroughly until excess drains; avoid waterlogged conditions; reduce frequency in winter when growth slows.
8. Soil & Potting
Well-draining mix: peat-based potting soil with perlite or coarse sand; pH 6.0–7.0.
Repot every 2–3 years or when rootbound, preferably in spring.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Optimal temperature: 18–24 °C (65–75 °F); minimum 15 °C (59 °F).
Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity (40–60%); leaf misting or humidity tray beneficial in dry environments.
10. Fertilization
Feed with balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10 NPK) every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer; suspend feeding in fall and winter.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Care level: Easy.
Maintenance: Wipe leaves periodically to remove dust; prune to control shape and remove dead foliage; support tall specimens with stakes if necessary.
12. Growth & Propagation
Growth rate: Moderate to fast (up to 30 cm per year under ideal conditions).
Propagation: Stem cuttings in water or soil; remove 10–15 cm tip cutting with at least two nodes; root in moist medium with bottom heat.
13. Common Problems
Overwatering: Yellowing leaves, root rot.
Underwatering: Browning leaf edges, leaf drop.
Low humidity: Brown leaf tips.
Pests: Mealybugs, scale, spider mites; treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
14. Benefits & Uses
Improves indoor air quality by removing VOCs; adds tropical aesthetic; suitable as floor specimen in offices, lobbies, living spaces; low-allergen ornamental.
15. Toxicity & Safety
All parts contain latex and ficin, toxic if ingested by pets and humans; can cause skin irritation; keep out of reach of children and pets.
Ficus elastica
$48.00
Bring instant premium greenery into your space with the Rubber Plant. Its bold, glossy leaves and upright silhouette make it a standout floor plant for receptions, living rooms, and modern offices. Easy to maintain with simple “water-when-dry” care, Ficus elastica rewards you with steady growth and a clean, polished look all year—an effortless upgrade for any interior.
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Rubber Plant
Botanical Name: Ficus elastica
Plant Variant: Standard
Plant Color: Natural
Plant Country: Unknown
SKU: PLT-0444
Arabic Name: فيكس مطاط
Stems: 2
Family: Moraceae
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Rosales
Family: Moraceae
Genus: Ficus
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to eastern regions of the Indian subcontinent (India, Nepal, Bhutan) and Southeast Asia (Myanmar, Malaysia, Indonesia) extending to southern China. Widely cultivated worldwide as an ornamental indoor and outdoor plant.
4. Visual Characteristics
Leaves: Broad, glossy, elliptical, 15–30 cm long, deep green; new leaves emerge lighter and unfold from a reddish sheath.
Stems: Upright, woody stems often producing aerial roots; smooth gray-brown bark.
Form: Upright shrub or small tree with a dense crown of foliage.
Texture: Leathery leaves with a polished appearance.
5. Size & Dimensions
Indoor height: Typically 1.5–2.5 m; spread: 0.6–1 m.
Leaf dimensions: 15–30 cm long, 10–15 cm wide.
Pot size: Recommended 25–30 cm diameter for mature specimens.
6. Light Requirements
Prefers bright, indirect light; tolerates moderate light; avoid direct midday sun which can scorch leaves; insufficient light leads to leggy growth and smaller leaves.
7. Watering Needs
Allow top 2–3 cm of soil to dry between waterings; water thoroughly until excess drains; avoid waterlogged conditions; reduce frequency in winter when growth slows.
8. Soil & Potting
Well-draining mix: peat-based potting soil with perlite or coarse sand; pH 6.0–7.0.
Repot every 2–3 years or when rootbound, preferably in spring.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Optimal temperature: 18–24 °C (65–75 °F); minimum 15 °C (59 °F).
Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity (40–60%); leaf misting or humidity tray beneficial in dry environments.
10. Fertilization
Feed with balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10 NPK) every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer; suspend feeding in fall and winter.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Care level: Easy.
Maintenance: Wipe leaves periodically to remove dust; prune to control shape and remove dead foliage; support tall specimens with stakes if necessary.
12. Growth & Propagation
Growth rate: Moderate to fast (up to 30 cm per year under ideal conditions).
Propagation: Stem cuttings in water or soil; remove 10–15 cm tip cutting with at least two nodes; root in moist medium with bottom heat.
13. Common Problems
Overwatering: Yellowing leaves, root rot.
Underwatering: Browning leaf edges, leaf drop.
Low humidity: Brown leaf tips.
Pests: Mealybugs, scale, spider mites; treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
14. Benefits & Uses
Improves indoor air quality by removing VOCs; adds tropical aesthetic; suitable as floor specimen in offices, lobbies, living spaces; low-allergen ornamental.
15. Toxicity & Safety
All parts contain latex and ficin, toxic if ingested by pets and humans; can cause skin irritation; keep out of reach of children and pets.
Live plant guarantee: 7 days from delivery with proof of issue (clear photos). Warranty excludes damage from frost/heat exposure, neglect, overwatering, or repotting within the first 7 days.
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