Ficus elastica 'Tineke' Variegated

Ficus elastica 'tineke rubber tree’' is a species of plant in the Moraceae family. It’s known as the 'the rubber plant' because of its sticky latex sap that dries into a low quality rubber. New growth on this tree will have beautiful pink, green, and yellow variegated leaves. Some people describe the pattern on each leave as “blended watercolors.”

• How fast does a Tineke rubber tree grow? The Ficus elastica ‘Tineke’ Variegated is a quickly growing species, a rubber tree has the potential to gain 24 inches in height during a growing season.

• Do Tineke rubber trees need direct sunlight? Tineke rubber trees like to be in soil with a good amount of moisture, so avoid placing it somewhere drying, such as near a drafty window, vent, heater, or in direct sunlight. Bright, indirect light is ideal for growing any rubber tree.

• Do Tineke rubber trees like to be root bound? Tineke rubber trees do not like to be root bound. When a rubber tree is root bound, it is prone to stunted growth, droopy leaves, and lack of oxygen and water supply in the plant leading to various other issues.

• Can you propagate a Tineke rubber tree? Tineke rubber trees can be readily propagated by stem or leaf cuttings. They are very easy plants to grow and have a high rate of propagating success.

• What comes in the box? One Ficus elastica 'Tineke' Variegated' in a 6" grow pot. Ceramic planter sold separately.