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Ficus
elastica, the Rubber Tree, is native of Asia. This ficus
can measure up to 10 m high in nature. It doesnt
grow that tall in pot. If it grows too high, cut it off,
this will ease the ramification.
It has a unique stem and large hard leaves, shiny and
dark green, with a central nerve. For the plant to ramify,
you must pinch the terminal bud, but this will provoke
the leaking of latex. In order to stop the leaking, you
must apply wood coal or cigarette ashes.
Hardiness zones 10-11 (1°C/35°F, 4°C/40°F) in winter.
The normal temperature of a house suits it year-long.
This ficus will not survive temperatures below 15°.
This ficus appreciates a good source of light with no
direct sun all year. It can live under shade, but it will
definitely grow better and faster with good light.
Sunlight is essential for the leaves to keep their
beautiful dark green colour. This ficus appreciates rich
soils.
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