This tropical evergreen tree has vast beautiful leaves with a glossy, rubbery texture-hence the name. The Rubber Tree benefits from lots of indirect sunlight and well-draining soil. Adding perlite, peat moss or coco-coir will help your tree to do its best. Although be aware that Ruber Trees are toxic to dogs and cats, please keep it out of reach.
Ficus elastica (Rubber Tree)
Ficus elastica
Rubber Tree
This tropical evergreen tree has vast beautiful leaves with a glossy, rubbery texture-hence the name. The Rubber Tree benefits from lots of indirect sunlight and well-draining soil. Adding perlite, peat moss or coco-coir will help your tree to do its best. Although be aware that Ruber Trees are toxic to dogs and cats, please keep it out of reach.
| Plant Type | Tree |
| Exposure | Indirect Sunlight |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 10 (30°F)Zone 12 (50°F-60°F) |
| Flower Color | |
| Flower Season | |
| Growth Rate | Fast, Moderate |
| Height | 6-10ft |
| Spread | 3ft |
| Characteristics | Evergreen |
| Attracts | |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Garden Uses | House Plant |
| Tolerance | |
| Soil Type | |
| Soil PH | Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
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