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Ficus elastica ‘Robusta’
27cm Pot – Multi-Stem (Touffe)
Plant Highlights: Multiple stems for a fuller appearance • Large glossy evergreen leaves • Strong architectural form • Excellent statement houseplant
Overview
Ficus elastica ‘Robusta’, commonly known as the Rubber Plant, is a classic indoor foliage plant valued for its large, glossy dark green leaves and strong upright growth. Supplied as a multi-stem (touffe) specimen in a 27cm pot, it offers a fuller, bushier appearance from the outset, making it an ideal feature for contemporary homes and workplaces.
Its bold foliage provides year-round interest, while the naturally robust growth habit creates an elegant focal point without relying on flowers. Given bright conditions and consistent care, it is a long-lived indoor plant that becomes increasingly impressive over time.
Plant Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Ficus elastica ‘Robusta’ |
| Common Name | Rubber Plant |
| Plant Type | Indoor foliage plant |
| Supplied Form | Multi-stem (Touffe) |
| Light | Bright, indirect light; tolerates some gentle morning or evening sun |
| Growth Habit | Upright, bushy multi-stem form |
| Foliage | Large, thick, glossy dark green leaves |
| Humidity | Prefers moderate humidity but adapts well to typical indoor conditions |
| Watering | Water when the upper layer of compost begins to dry |
| Temperature | Warm indoor conditions, protected from cold draughts |
Growing Guide
Light
Position in bright, indirect light to encourage healthy, compact growth. It will tolerate lower light levels, although growth may become slower and less dense.
Watering
Allow the top few centimetres of compost to dry before watering thoroughly. Reduce watering during the cooler months and avoid leaving the roots sitting in excess water.
Compost
Grow in a free-draining houseplant compost with good drainage. Repot only when the plant has become root-bound, moving up one pot size at a time.
Routine Care
Clean the leaves occasionally with a damp cloth to remove dust and maintain their natural shine. Rotate the pot every few weeks to encourage even growth and avoid sudden changes in temperature or position.
Indoor Placement
Ideal for bright living rooms, home offices, conservatories and other well-lit indoor spaces. Position away from radiators, cold draughts and frequently opened doors to help maintain healthy foliage.
Why We Love It
- Multi-stem form creates a fuller display from day one.
- Large glossy leaves provide year-round architectural interest.
- A dependable, long-lived houseplant for larger interiors.
- Easy to style as a floor-standing feature in modern or traditional spaces.
Good to Know
Like many Ficus, this plant may shed a few leaves after being moved as it adjusts to its new surroundings. The milky sap can be an irritant to skin and should be kept away from pets and children.
Product Information
- Supplied in a 27cm nursery pot.
- Supplied as a multi-stem (touffe) specimen.
- Pot size refers to the diameter of the nursery pot and not the plant's eventual mature size.
Size, material & use
- Product type
- Indoor Plants
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