{"product_id":"rubber-plant-tall-3pp","title":"Rubber Plant \/ Ficus Elastica Tall 3pp 1.2 to 1.5m","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRubber Plant\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eFicus elastica\u003c\/em\u003e) is a striking and popular houseplant known for its glossy, broad leaves and impressive size. Here's a quick guide to help you understand and care for it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFicus elastica\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rubber tree, rubber fig, Indian rubber bush\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to South and Southeast Asia; naturalized in places like Sri Lanka, Florida, and the West Indies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-lg-medium pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003e🌱 Appearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrows up to \u003cstrong\u003e100 feet\u003c\/strong\u003e in the wild, but typically \u003cstrong\u003e6–10 feet\u003c\/strong\u003e indoors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeaves are \u003cstrong\u003eoval-shaped\u003c\/strong\u003e, shiny, and range from \u003cstrong\u003egreen to burgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e depending on the variety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew leaves emerge from a colorful sheath and unfurl dramatically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🏡 Indoor Care Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers bright, indirect sunlight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil moist but not soggy; allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in moderate humidity; misting can help\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal range is \u003cstrong\u003e15–28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining, fertile potting mix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monthly during growing season (spring and summer)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sap is toxic to pets and can irritate skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌸 Varieties to Explore\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are a few stunning cultivars:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e‘Decora’\u003c\/strong\u003e – Emerald green leaves with bronze new growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e‘Robusta’\u003c\/strong\u003e – Compact with purplish-green leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e‘Burgundy’\u003c\/strong\u003e – Deep red to nearly black leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e‘Tineke’\u003c\/strong\u003e – Variegated with cream and green patches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive Overview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica), also known as the Rubber Tree, is a popular indoor plant that belongs to the fig family (Moraceae). It is valued for its attractive, broad, glossy leaves and its ability to adapt to a variety of indoor conditions. Here's a description and care guide for the Rubber Plant:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFicus elastica \"Abidjan\" or Rubber Plant is variety of rubber plant has dark green leaves with a hint of Burgundy. It absorbs toxins and a great plant for improving the environment in both homes and offices. Ficus elastica 'Abidjan' is easy to look after and avoid direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for low-light situations but can also tolerate natural indirect light. It produces a white, sticky, milky sap when cut. Hence the name 'rubber plant'. This is slightly toxic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: Average room temperatures of 60 - 75°F (15 - 24°C are fine. Avoid lower than 55°F (12°C), sudden temperature drops and cold drafts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e A nice brightly lit spot is ideal, without direct sunlight.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water once the soil becomes slightly dry to the touch and make sure the pot has sufficient drainage holes to allow excess water to seep through. 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