Rubber Plant Robusta – Ficus Elastica Plantsworld.ae

Rubber plant Robusta (Ficus elastica) is of high ornamental value.

• This evergreen perennial is a variety of Rubber plant that consist of dark green cupped leathery leaves and narrow spikes of white coloured flowers. They usually grow broad and nearly 25 cm tall. The flowers they got usually are of yellow or brown colour, with cone-shaped spikes. Gardners value these compact small plants, (Ficus elastica) for its waxy thick foliage, and ornamental flowers and ease of care nature.

Excellent air purifying indoor plant.

• It has been proven by NASA (The National Aeronautics and Space Administration) that while keeping the Rubber plant Robusta (Ficus elastica) as an indoor plant could result in good air quality in your surroundings. This is because they are best at absorbing formaldehyde coming out of electronics or laptops and it also cleans up other harmful toxins. Thus, making an excellent environment for your indoor spaces. 

Easy to care and could grow well in low-light conditions.

• Rubber plant Robusta (Ficus elastica) could perform well in shaded sunlight or artificial light. They require water less frequently. And the soil on which they are supposed to be planted must be well-drained loamy. Ideal temperature for their healthy growth would be 15 to 30 degree Celsius. In terms of fertilizers, use any organic fertilizer.

It’s not a Pet-friendly plant.

• They are known as ‘Rubber Plant’, as they produce a white, sticky and milky sap when cut. And these are toxic to living beings. Any kind of ingestion may require following medical attention. Therefore, it’s not safe to keep them near your children and pets.

Prompt Product Delivery.

• Plants World is an exclusive plant shop among Dubai garden centres, that will get your plant delivery to your door steps with free plastic pots for plants. Rubber plant Robusta (Ficus elastica) could also be presented as eco-friendly gifts or green giftings to any enthusiastic green thumb individuals.