Description
Rubber Tree (Ficus elastica ‘Tineke’)
| Plant Habit: | Shrub Tree |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade Partial or Dappled Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Mesic |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 10b +1.7 °C (35 °F) to +4.4 °C (40 °F) |
| Plant Height: | 20-30 feet |
| Plant Spread: | 15 to 20 feet |
| Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Evergreen Broadleaf Other: green and white variegated leaves with overtones of burgundy |
| Flowers: | Inconspicuous |
| Inflorescence Height: | 15-20 feet |
| Underground structures: | Taproot |
| Suitable Locations: | Patio/Ornamental/Small Tree Xeriscapic Houseplant |
| Resistances: | Humidity tolerant Drought tolerant |
| Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem |
| Pollinators: | Wasps |
| Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
