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How to grow and care for Ficus elastica Roxb.

plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Ficus elastica Roxb., Rubber bush 'Schrijveriana', Indian rubber plant 'Schrijveriana'

Ficus elastica Roxb. 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Bright indirect

16C° ~24C°

Every 7 days

Water

How to water Ficus elastica Roxb.

How often should I water?

check Ficus elastica Roxb. 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

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Light & Location

How much light does a Ficus elastica Roxb. need?

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Bright indirect

Grow light

Light preference

Ficus elastica Roxb. likes Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.

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This plant prefers
2K ~ 10K lux to thrive!

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Temperature

Natural habitat

-15

3~40℃

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Houseplant temperate preference

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16~24℃

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Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Ficus elastica Roxb. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.

Humidity

Houseplant temperate preference

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40~70%

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Ficus elastica Roxb. 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 Roxb. is a member of Moraceae.

Characteristic NameCharacteristic Value
LifespanPerennial
Time to plantSpring
Taxonomy
Taxonomy NameTaxonomy Value
PhylumTracheophyta
ClassMagnoliopsida
OrderRosales
FamilyMoraceae
GenusFicus
SpeciesFicus elastica

Is Ficus elastica Roxb. toxic?

Ficus elastica Roxb. is dangerous to Cat

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