Ficus elastica 'Tineke'

The large thick leaves of this rubber plant should give future owners an inkling of 'Tineke's' growth potential. In its natural habitat, this tropical grower can reach 50 feet in height in less than 15 years, but<br />as an indoor specimen, it tops out around 10 - 12 feet tall and maybe half as wide in 10 to 20 years. Tineke can be topped as well, which encourages the emergence of more stems from the base of the plant.<br />Consider giving it some support, as the plant will start to lean as it gains in height. Give this beauty a well-lighted room, deep watering when the top inch of soil is dry, and periodic misting for best results.<br />Please don't let your furry friends chew on the leaves, as rubber plants are NOT pet-friendly.

Common Name: Rubber Plant, Variegated Rubber Tree

Mature Size: Up to 12 feet tall, 5 feet wide in 10 - 20 years

Growth Rate: Moderate

Optimum Temperature: 60°-80° F

Characteristics: Houseplant, NOT pet-friendly

Light: Well-lit room, no direct sun

Water Requirements: Water thoroughly when top inch of soil is dry

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Structure: Upright, vase-shaped

Photos: Real images, not stock photos

Please Note: When Ground Shipping is selected, plants will be shipped on the following Monday to help maintain the plant quality.