The rubber plant (Ficus elastica) is a popular ornamental plant. In it's natural habitat it grows over 30 metres tall, however, the varieties grown inside are a much more manageable height. An excellent choice for a specimen pot plant with attractive foliage.'Schrijveriana' has foliage that is light green and mottled with darker green flecks. This plant does well indoors. It prefers bright, indirect light.
Water requirements for rubber plants are consistently moist but never soggy. soggy plants can get root rot, soil gnats and other problems. dry soil causes leaves to drop and reduces the overall health and growth of the plant.
The foliage may cause mild stomach upset if ingested, the sap may irritate skin or aggravate allergie
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