Product Description
The Ficus Elastica Abidjan is also known as the Indian rubber tree. Up until the 20th century the Ficus Elastica Abidjan was an important source of rubber.
The Ficus Elastica Abidjan has deep dark-red leaves, and at the top of the plant sits a red plume. Many people think this is the flower of the Ficus, but it isn't: it's the plume the new leaves unfurl from.
Care & tips for the Ficus Elastica Abidjan - 100cm
The Ficus Abidjan isn't a difficult houseplant to look after, though it is sensitive to new surroundings. If the Ficus starts growing to one side, don't move it all at once but turn it a little every day. Big changes can make the plant drop its leaves. It will appreciate a regular misting, which removes dust and helps keep pests away.
How much water does the Ficus Elastica Abidjan bush - 100cm need?
The soil may always be slightly moist. Give the Ficus small amounts of water several times at first; after a while you'll know roughly how much it needs. A moisture meter is the easiest way to keep track.
How much light does the Ficus Elastica Abidjan bush - 100cm need?
The Ficus Elastica Abidjan bush likes a bright spot close to a window. This houseplant really needs daylight to develop. If the Abidjan stands somewhere too dark, no new leaves will appear.
Is the Ficus Elastica Abidjan bush - 100cm toxic?
The leaves of the rubber tree are toxic to pets and children, and eating any part of the plant is strongly discouraged. The sap inside the plant can also irritate the skin. So be careful with this plant if you have children or pets.
How is my Ficus Elastica Abidjan bush shipped?
This rubber tree is delivered in a nursery pot. All our houseplants are shipped in boxes we designed ourselves: a snug inner fitting keeps the plant firmly in place so it can't shift in transit. Plants don't mind a day in a dark box, so your green friend arrives home in perfect condition.
Specifications
| Latin Name | Ficus Abidjan |
| Delivery | Delivered in a nursery pot |
| Warranty | Fresh from the grower |
| Height | 100 cm |
| Diameter | 50 cm |
| Pot Size | 27 cm |
| Location | Bright indirect light, next to a window out of direct sun |
| Water Needs | About 1-2 times a week |
| Poisonous | Mildly toxic |
| Air Purifying | Yes |
| Packaging | Securely packed in a box designed for shipping plants |
| Maintenance | Low |
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