India Rubber Plant

Scientific Name: Ficus elastica

Plant Family: Moraceae

Native Region: Southeast Asia (India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Nepal, Bhutan, China, and Myanmar)

Brief Description

The India Rubber Plant is a popular indoor plant characterized by its large, glossy, dark green leaves. The leaves are thick and oval-shaped, growing alternately along the stem. New leaves emerge as a reddish sheath that unfurls into a bright green leaf.

Care Instructions

Provide bright, indirect light. Water when the top inch or two of soil is dry, allowing excess water to drain. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Wipe leaves with a damp cloth to keep them clean and dust-free. Prefers average room temperatures and humidity.

Medicinal Value

We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.

Created At: 2025-05-04T08:51:36.147747