How to Care for Ficus elastica 'Robusta' (Rubber Plant)

Korean name: 고무나무 로부스타

A glossy-leaved foliage plant that is well-suited for indoor air purification. It grows tall with a tree-like structure. Thrives with moderate light and watering.

Key facts

• Category: Air-purifying plant
• Family: Moraceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: India, Southeast Asia
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Air purifying: Helps clean indoor air.
• Traits: air purifying, easy to grow, broad leaves, indoor plant
• Also known as: Ficus elastica, Rubber Plant, Indian Rubber Tree, Rubber Fig

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the topsoil feels dry.
• Soil: Well-drained soil is preferred.
• Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply liquid fertilizer once a month during growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Ficus elastica 'Robusta'?

Water thoroughly when the topsoil feels dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Ficus elastica 'Robusta'?

It likes Prefers bright, indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Well-drained soil is preferred..

Is Ficus elastica 'Robusta' safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Ficus elastica 'Robusta' good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.. Fertilise Apply liquid fertilizer once a month during growing season..