Rubber Plant

Ficus elastica, also known as a rubber plant, is an odd-looking plant from the tropics of Southeast Asia with huge, soft leaves and an exotic name.  Houseplants are restocked weekly at Petal & Stem! Our Houseplant section of the website is for your reference and to let you know the variety of houseplants we can get in stock. If you would like to order this specific plant, please contact the store and we will get it ordered for you! Care Instructions Light F. elastica requires bright, filtered light and can tolerate morning sun. Plants that are kept too dark will become leggy, lose their lower leaves, and the color will become dull instead of glossy and vibrant. Soil As for soil, any good, fast-draining potting soil will likely do. Water Water frequently. This plant needs to be kept steadily moist. It is vulnerable to excessive dryness. Fertilizer  Feed the plant a weak liquid fertilizer throughout the growing season. They are relatively heavy feeders when healthy. Potting a