How to Care for Ficus elastica

Korean name: 고무나무

This ornamental plant is characterized by its glossy large leaves. It can grow tall indoors, making it a great focal point in a space.

Key facts

• Category: Foliage plant
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: South Asia
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Air purifying: Helps clean indoor air.
• Traits: Large Plant, Interior, Glossy Leaves

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright indirect light. Be cautious of strong direct sunlight.
• Watering: Water when the soil is about half dry.
• Soil: Well-draining fertile soil
• Humidity: Average to high
• Temperature: 15~30°C
• Fertilizer: Once a month liquid fertilizer in spring and summer

Common questions

How often should you water Ficus elastica?

Water when the soil is about half dry. Roughly every 10 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Ficus elastica?

It likes Prefers bright indirect light. Be cautious of strong direct sunlight.. You can grow it indoors. Use Well-draining fertile soil.

Is Ficus elastica safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Ficus elastica good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around 15~30°C. Humidity: Average to high. Fertilise Once a month liquid fertilizer in spring and summer.