Rubber Tree, Rubber Plant, Ficus elastica (Ruby, Pink) – Plant – RTR-208420

Description

Rubber Plant is a bold evergreen that gets its name from the sticky sap that dries into a low-quality rubber.

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Rubber Tree, Rubber Plant, Ficus elastica (Ruby, Pink) – Plant

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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 carePlanted in warm areas of the world for fruit, shade, and ornamentals.Use sharp pruning shears to avoid tearing the stems.Water regularly to keep it healthy.Watch for sooty mold. You can remove it by simply wiping off the affected leaves with mild soapy water.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

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