Ficus elastica, also known as India Rubber plant or India Rubber Fig, is native to the tropical rain forests of Malaysia, South America and India. In its native environment it can grow up to 100 ft tall, but for the common house plant its range is usually around one to eight feet in height. The Rubber Tree received its name from the white sap that oozes from its leaves and stems which has been used to produce rubber since the early 1900s. Ruby is a cultivar of Ficus elastica. Ruby has a sturdy, tree-like stem with dark green and rose-tinted oval leaves which are thicker than other house plants and have a beautiful natural shine.
Ficus Ruby - Ficus Elastica blends decorative styling with lush plant elements to create a unique accent piece that adds personality and natural texture to interior spaces.
Ficus Elastica adds natural beauty and vibrant greenery to indoor spaces with its distinctive foliage and growth habit.
Ficus Elastica is valued as an ornamental houseplant that enhances interior décor with tropical texture and color.
Ficus Elastica can reach a mature height of 6-10 ft indoors with an approximate mature width of 3-5 ft under proper growing conditions.
If ingested, the Ficus Ruby is highly toxic for people and animals, so keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Ficus Elastica performs best in bright indirect light conditions.
Ficus elastica: Allow soil to dry between watering to prevent overwatering stress.
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Actual plant size may vary; no two plants are alike