How to grow and care for Ficus Elastica Robusta
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Ficus Elastica Robusta, Rubber fig, Indian rubber plant
Ficus Elastica Robusta 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct
16C° ~26C°
Every 7 days
Water
How to water Ficus Elastica Robusta
How often should I water?
check Ficus Elastica Robusta Every 7 days if it needs water. when it’s very cold(below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Ficus Elastica Robusta need?
Bright direct
Medium
Grow light
Light preference
Ficus Elastica Robusta likes Bright direct light, Medium light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
800 ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
800
20K
Temperature
Houseplant temperate preference
-15
16~26℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Ficus Elastica Robusta at home, make sure the temperature is 16~26℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
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40~70%
100
Ficus Elastica Robusta prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy!
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
Ficus Elastica Robusta is a member of Moraceae.
Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
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Habitat | South Asia |
Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
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Phylum | Tracheophyta |
Class | Magnoliopsida |
Order | Rosales |
Family | Moraceae |
Genus | Ficus |
Species | Ficus Elastica Robusta |
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