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Ficus elastica ‘Robusta’
27cm Pot – Approx. 110cm Tall
Plant Highlights: Large glossy evergreen leaves • Strong upright growth • Architectural statement plant • Long-lived indoor specimen
Overview
Ficus elastica ‘Robusta’, commonly known as the Rubber Plant, is a classic indoor foliage plant prized for its bold, glossy dark green leaves and naturally upright habit. Supplied in a 27cm pot at approximately 110cm tall, it offers instant impact while remaining easy to position in a range of bright indoor spaces.
Its thick, leathery foliage provides year-round structure and colour, making it an excellent choice as a feature plant in living rooms, offices and entrance halls. Given stable indoor conditions and consistent care, it develops into an impressive specimen that becomes more characterful with age.
Plant Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Ficus elastica ‘Robusta’ |
| Common Name | Rubber Plant |
| Plant Type | Indoor foliage tree |
| Supplied Size | Approx. 110cm tall |
| Pot Size | 27cm |
| Light | Bright, indirect light; tolerates some gentle morning or evening sun |
| Growth Habit | Upright, branching with maturity |
| Foliage | Large, thick, glossy dark green leaves |
| Humidity | Prefers moderate humidity but adapts well to typical indoor conditions |
| Watering | Water when the top few centimetres of compost begin to dry |
| Temperature | Warm indoor conditions, protected from cold draughts |
Growing Guide
Light
Place in bright, indirect light to encourage healthy growth and maintain rich leaf colour. While it will tolerate slightly lower light levels, brighter conditions help produce stronger, more compact growth.
Watering
Allow the upper layer of compost to dry before watering thoroughly. Reduce watering during winter when growth naturally slows, and always avoid leaving the plant sitting in excess water.
Compost
Use a free-draining houseplant compost in a pot with good drainage. Repot only when the roots have filled the container, increasing the pot size gradually.
Routine Care
Wipe the leaves occasionally with a damp cloth to remove dust and keep the foliage glossy. Rotate the plant every few weeks for balanced growth and avoid placing it close to radiators, air conditioning or cold draughts.
Indoor Placement
Ideal for bright living rooms, home offices, conservatories and other well-lit interiors. Its upright habit makes it particularly suitable for corners or beside furniture where it can provide height without taking up excessive floor space.
Why We Love It
- Large, glossy foliage creates year-round architectural interest.
- A timeless houseplant that suits both modern and traditional interiors.
- Easy to maintain with consistent care and stable indoor conditions.
- An excellent choice for adding height and structure to a room.
Good to Know
Like many Ficus, this plant may shed a few leaves after being moved while it adjusts to its new surroundings. The milky sap can irritate skin and is best kept away from pets and children.
Product Information
- Supplied in a 27cm nursery pot.
- Approximate supplied height: 110cm.
- Height is measured at the time of sale and may vary slightly between plants.
- Pot size refers to the diameter of the nursery pot, not the plant's eventual mature size.
Indoor growing & care
- Plant type
- houseplant
- Position & light
- Bright indirect
- Watering
- moderate
- Soil & drainage
- Free draining
- Foliage
- evergreen
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