Tineke Rubber Plant, Ficus Elastica
Botanical Name: Ficus elastica 'Tineke'
Previous Botanical Names: Ficus decora 'Tineke'
Common Names: Tineke Rubber Tree, Ficus Tineke, Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree, Variegated Rubber Tree
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About
The Tineke Rubber Plant is an artful addition to any home. Its glossy, dark leaves are painted with cream and crimson, adding visual interest to any room. This rubber plant has an easy care profile but visually, it brings the drama.
Care Guide
Light Requirements
Prefers bright indirect light. Tolerates medium light. Growth will slow in medium light conditions. Direct sunlight can scorch the leaves.
Artificial Light
Direct Sun
Water Needs
Prefers consistent but moderate watering. Tolerates occasional dryness. Will not tolerate excessive watering.
Infrequent
Frequent
Soil Preference
Prefers a soil mixture with moderate drainage speeds and moderate water retentive properties. Include sustainably sourced peat moss for water retention and perlite or pumice as a drainage amendment.
Moisture Retention
Fast Drying
Retentive
Drainage Speed
Slow
Fast
