{"product_id":"variegated-rubber-plant-ficus-elastica-tineke","title":"Variegated Rubber Plant | Ficus Elastica Tineke","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFicus Elastica 'Tineke' is a striking variegated rubber plant known for its creamy-white, green, and sometimes pink foliage, making it a popular and easy-to-care-for houseplant.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere’s a detailed look at its characteristics and care:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 Overview of Ficus Elastica 'Tineke'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFicus elastica 'Tineke'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variegated Rubber Plant, Tineke Rubber Tree\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moraceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative Region:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southeast Asia, India, Indonesia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoors, it can grow between \u003cem\u003e2 to 10 feet tall\u003c\/em\u003e and about \u003cem\u003e5 feet wide\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rarely flowers indoors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🎨 Appearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, glossy leaves with \u003cem\u003ecamouflage-like variegation\u003c\/em\u003e—a mix of creamy white, green, and sometimes pink hues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf Sheath:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy white, which helps distinguish it from the similar \u003cem\u003eFicus Elastica 'Ruby'\u003c\/em\u003e that has more pink tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative pb-6 w-full after:border-b after:border-stroke-300 after:w-full after:absolute after:mt-3\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e☀️ Light Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong\u003ebright, indirect sunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan tolerate lower light but may lose some variegation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative pb-6 w-full after:border-b after:border-stroke-300 after:w-full after:absolute after:mt-3\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💧 Watering \u0026amp; Humidity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater when the top inch of soil feels dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLikes \u003cstrong\u003emoderate to high humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e—mist occasionally or use a humidifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid overwatering; root rot is a common issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Soil \u0026amp; Fertilizer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse well-draining potting mix; a mix for tropical plants or indoor foliage works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFertilize monthly during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced liquid fertilizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative pb-6 w-full after:border-b after:border-stroke-300 after:w-full after:absolute after:mt-3\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✂️ Pruning \u0026amp; Propagation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrune to control height and encourage bushier growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePropagate via stem cuttings in water or soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🐛 Pests \u0026amp; Problems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSusceptible to \u003cstrong\u003emealybugs, spider mites\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003escale insects\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe leaves regularly to prevent dust buildup and inspect for pests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🪴 Potting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepot every 2–3 years or when root-bound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a pot with drainage holes to prevent soggy soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFicus Tineke is a fantastic choice for adding color and texture to your indoor plant collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFicus elastic Tineke\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFicus elastic Tineke is a popular ornamental plant from the Ficus genus.\u003cbr\u003eThe Ficus Elastica Tineke is also known as a variegated rubber plant.\u003cbr\u003eThis is because its deep, variegated dark-green with red shaded leaves used to be used for the extraction of rubber. The rubber plant has a strong air-purifying effect and requires little care, making it hugely popular as a houseplant. It’ll even survive in a corner with minimal daylight.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA nice brightly lit spot is ideal, without direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-draining and well-aerated potting soil is needed. 1 part peat, 1 part pine bark and 1 part sand or perlite is a good mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed during spring and summer with a diluted liquid fertilizer every two weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Springgarden","offers":[{"title":"Plastic Nursery Pot \/ white \/ 25 - 35cm overall height","offer_id":48762670022898,"sku":null,"price":78.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true},{"title":"Plastic Nursery Pot \/ white \/ 50 - 60cm overall height","offer_id":48762670055666,"sku":null,"price":162.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true},{"title":"Plastic Nursery Pot \/ Black \/ 25 - 35cm overall height","offer_id":48762670088434,"sku":null,"price":54.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true},{"title":"Plastic Nursery Pot \/ Black \/ 50 - 60cm overall height","offer_id":48762670121202,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ceramic Pot Small \/ white \/ 25 - 35cm overall height","offer_id":48762670153970,"sku":null,"price":96.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ceramic Pot Small \/ white \/ 50 - 60cm overall height","offer_id":48762670186738,"sku":null,"price":198.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ceramic Pot Small \/ Black \/ 25 - 35cm overall height","offer_id":48762670219506,"sku":null,"price":114.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ceramic Pot Small \/ Black \/ 50 - 60cm overall height","offer_id":48762670252274,"sku":null,"price":228.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/6589\/3362\/files\/ficus-elastica-tineke-rubber-plant-variegated-9402823.png?v=1771395249","url":"https:\/\/www.springgarden.ae\/products\/variegated-rubber-plant-ficus-elastica-tineke","provider":"SpringGarden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}