Plant profile
Rubber Plant
Ficus elastica
Bold glossy leaves that make a statement. Great for corners.
Care snapshot
Light
Medium light
Water
Every 7-10 days
Difficulty
Medium
Growth
Fast
Space
Large space, up to 300 cm
Typical cost
₹200-500
Why it works
Good fit notes
Bold glossy leaves
Care tip: Wipe leaves weekly, water when top inch is dry
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Best for
Household fit
Safe enough for this home?
Milky latex can irritate skin/eyes and is unsafe if ingested; keep away from pets and toddlers.
Wear gloves when pruning; avoid sap contact with eyes and wash skin after contact.
Placement
Where it works best
India climate
What to watch
Buying check
Before you bring it home
Look for
- Choose glossy firm leaves and a straight stable stem.
- For variegated types, inspect for adequate cream/pink patterning and no scorch.
- Check undersides for scale.
Avoid
- Sticky sap spots from injury
- Leaf drop from stress
- Scale or mealybug
Plant personality
Useful traits
Ficus elastica is a fig species native to parts of South and Southeast Asia.
Its milky latex was historically associated with rubber use but can irritate skin and eyes.
Indoor plants stay much smaller than outdoor trees but still need space and periodic pruning.
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