Growing guide · Houseplants and herbs
Rubber plant
Ficus elastica
A large, fast-growing glossy-leaved foliage plant for bright indirect light.
Key figures
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Light | bright indirect light, protect from afternoon sun | [1][2] |
| Watering | evenly moist, avoid overwatering; less from autumn to late winter | [1][2] |
| Temperature | above 13 °C (55 °F) | [2] |
| Plant size | indoors usually 0.6–3 m (2–10 ft) | [2] |
Houseplant or ornamental: no harvest. Block tasks are watering, feeding, repotting, pruning and pest checks per the guide.
The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.
These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.