Rubber plant
Ficus elastica · Figs · Mulberry family
Also known as: Rubber Tree · Rubber Fig · Indian Rubber Bush
Easy100–300cmNot pet-safe
Rubber plant care at a glance
Rubber plant (Ficus elastica) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in partial shade. Ideal temperature: 16–27 °C.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Partial shade
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Nutrients
- Medium
- Ideal temperature
- 16–27 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Toxicity on Rubber plant
Possible pests on Rubber plant include Mealybugs, Scale insects, Spider mites and Thrips. A common disease is Root rot. Rubber plant is toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
Pest
- Mealybugs Medium
- Scale insects Medium
- Spider mites Medium
- Thrips Low
Disease
- Root rot High
Toxicity
- Diterpene-ester latex Medium
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Frequently asked questions about Rubber plant
- Which pests affect Rubber plant?
- Possible pests on Rubber plant include Mealybugs, Scale insects, Spider mites and Thrips.
- Which diseases affect Rubber plant?
- A common disease is Root rot.
- Is Rubber plant toxic to cats and dogs?
- Rubber plant is toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
- How much water does Rubber plant need?
- Rubber plant has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Rubber plant need?
- Rubber plant prefers to grow in partial shade.
- Is Rubber plant frost-hardy?
- Rubber plant is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 10 °C.