Light
Bright indirect • approx. 10,000–20,000 lux
Moraceae
Ficus elastica 'Robusta'
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Ficus elastica 'Robusta'
Quick Care Guide
Watering
Water when ~30–50% dry
Substrate
Aerated • Moisture-buffered • Balanced organic + mineral • Medium
Temperature
Ideal: 18–26 °C • Avoid below: 12 °C
Humidity
Moist 50–60 %
Growth habit
Upright woody shrub or tree.
Support
not needed
Growth speed
Average
Max size indoors
Max. height: 300 cm • Max. spread: 150 cm
Toxicity & safety
Mildly toxic
Origin & habitat
Cultivar of Ficus elastica; species native from Nepal to western Yunnan and western Malesia
Outdoor growing
Outside from 15 °C · sheltered spot
How to read these values
These care values are quick reference points for indoor growing. Use them as a guide, then adjust for pot size, substrate, temperature and how quickly the substrate dries.
For more detail, read the full product description or visit our Plant Care Guides.
- Light: level and approximate lux at leaf level.
- Watering: “% dry” shows how far the substrate should dry before watering again.
- Substrate: structure, drainage, moisture retention, base material and particle size.
- Temperature: “Ideal” shows the preferred range; “Avoid below” marks the cold-stress threshold.
- Humidity: target range; steady conditions usually matter more than exact numbers.
- Growth habit: how the plant grows, such as upright, climbing, trailing, clumping or rosette-forming.
- Support: whether a stake, pole or trellis is needed, optional or unnecessary.
- Growth speed: expected pace under suitable indoor conditions; use as a guide, not a promise.
- Max size indoors: realistic long-term indoor size under good conditions.
- Toxicity & safety: irritation, toxicity or physical hazards such as spines or bristles.
- Origin & habitat: native range, hybrid background or typical habitat where relevant.
- Outdoor growing: when a potted indoor plant can be placed outside and what outdoor protection it needs.
Ficus elastica 'Robusta'
Ficus elastica 'Robusta' is a classic green rubber plant with large, broadly elliptic, dark glossy leaves that can reach impressive size on established indoor plants. The leaves are thick, smooth and prominently veined, and the central stems gradually gain height as the plant develops into an upright indoor tree.
This cultivar keeps the familiar rubber plant look: upright woody shoots, big evergreen leaves and new growth emerging from protective sheaths at the shoot tips. It can be grown as a single-stemmed indoor tree or pruned over time to encourage a broader shape.
Large green leaves on an upright indoor Ficus
- Leaf shape: Broadly elliptic leaves are dark green, glossy and leathery.
- Leaf size: Mature foliage can become large on well-established plants with enough light and root space.
- Stem habit: Upright woody stems support a narrow tree-like form unless pruned for branching.
- New growth: New leaves form from the upper shoot tips as the central stems gain height.
- Leaf surface: The large blades show broad, uninterrupted green with a glossy surface.
Ficus elastica 'Robusta' as a green rubber plant
Ficus elastica is a wet-tropical fig tree species in Moraceae, native from Nepal to western Yunnan and western Malesia. Outdoors in tropical climates it can become a large tree, while indoor plants remain container-sized and depend on pruning, light and pot volume for their final shape.
Ficus elastica 'Robusta' shows the green-leaved side of that growth pattern. The plant develops substantial leaves and firmer stems as it matures. In normal houseplant culture, the container plant is defined by its leaves and stems; flowering and fig production belong to mature, very large specimens.
Keeping Ficus elastica 'Robusta' steady indoors
- Light: Provide bright indirect light or light shade. Protect the leaves from intense afternoon sun behind glass.
- Watering: Water well after the upper potting mix has dried, then let excess water drain away completely.
- Substrate: Use a soil-based or chunky houseplant mix with added drainage material to prevent stale moisture around the roots.
- Temperature: Keep in warm indoor conditions, ideally above 18 °C, with protection from cold draughts.
- Humidity: Normal household humidity is usually tolerated, but steady humidity helps new leaves open cleanly.
- Feeding: Feed moderately in spring and summer while new leaves are forming.
- Pruning: Prune the main stem or side branches to manage height and encourage more growth points.
- Cleaning: Remove dust from the large leaves with a damp cloth so the glossy surface stays clear.
Diagnosing problems on Ficus elastica 'Robusta'
- Yellowing: Check for a pot standing in water, compacted substrate or a root ball staying wet for too long.
- Leaf drop: Review light, cold air and watering swings, especially after transport or relocation.
- Brown marks: Look for sun scorch, cold contact with window glass or physical damage on the large leaf blades.
- Slow top growth: Check seasonal light levels and root space before increasing fertiliser.
- Sticky residue: Inspect for scale insects along the midrib, stems and undersides of older leaves.
Safety and sap handling
When cut or damaged, Ficus elastica 'Robusta' releases white latex that can irritate skin and eyes. Pets may also develop mouth or digestive irritation after chewing the plant. Place it away from pets and children, and wear gloves when pruning or taking cuttings.
Meaning of Ficus elastica
Ficus is the Latin name connected with figs, and elastica refers to the species’ milky latex and historical rubber association. The accepted species name is Ficus elastica Roxb. ex Hornem.
Large green blades stack from the upper shoot tips, and older stems can be pruned to widen the crown.
Plant names, growth habits, natural habitats and indoor care guidance are checked against trusted botanical, habitat and horticultural references before publication.View our plant care resources and references.
Ficus elastica 'Robusta'
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