How to grow the glossy burgundy tree

Rubber Plant (Ficus Elastica) Mastery

10-15 min

Year-round

Difficulty: Easy

Growth Snapshot

Core care pillars at a glance

Toxic to pets

Rubber Plant (Ficus Elastica) can cause irritation or illness if chewed or swallowed. Keep it out of reach of pets and small children.

The Full Picture

The Rubber Plant is a tough Indian native. It grows into a massive banyan-like tree outdoors! In a pot, it loves bright light. The Burgundy/Ruby varieties need more light to keep their dark color. In Lucknow, you can keep it indoors or on a balcony. It tolerates dry air well but hates being moved around.