The “Rubber Plant”, also known as Ficus elastica, is a flowering species from the Moraceae family. Originating from the eastern regions of South and Southeast Asia, it’s also known as the “Rubber Fig”, “Rubber Bush”, or “Indian Rubber Tree”. The plant has successfully naturalized in Sri Lanka, the West Indies, and Florida in the US.
Key Takeaways: Rubber plants are tropical plants that don’t like soggy soil, so they should only be watered once the top layer of soil has dried out. The frequency of watering depends on factors like the plant’s size, type of soil, humidity levels, season, etc. Smaller plants may only need water every 7-10 days, while…
Rubber Plant Care: How Much Light Does a Rubber Tree Need? Key Takeaways: Rubber plants are tropical plants that prefer consistent, warm temperatures between 60-80°F. Cooler temperatures can cause leaf drop. Rubber plants need bright, indirect light to thrive. Direct sun will scorch the leaves. Low light will cause leggy growth and leaf drop. Place…
Key Takeaways Light: Rubber plants like bright but indirect light. Try placing it near a window with sheer curtains. Water: Wait until the top 2 inches of soil are dry before watering your rubber plant. It should be kept moist and watered at least once a week during the growing season. If the room is…
How To Make A Rubber Plant Bushy: 5 Useful Tips To Prune a Rubber Plant Key Takeaways: 🪴 Prune your rubber plant regularly to encourage bushy growth ✂️ Use clean, sharp shears or scissors to prune rubber plants 🗓 Prune every 2-4 weeks during growing season 👍 Remove leggy stems and prune just above leaf…