Ficus elastica Burgundy - Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree, Purple Fig
- Mature size: 1-3m tall in pot/10-20m tall in the garden
- Ideal growing conditions: Full sun-part shade.
- Growth rate: Slow-Moderate.
Uses: Pot/container plant, patio/verandah plant, indoor/house plant, feature tree.
Noteworthy: Evergreen, low maintenance, attractive foliage.
Colour/Growth form: Large glossy-metallic leaves, Maroon-Burgundy new foliage turns dark green.
The Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica Burgundy) is a standout indoor plant that adapts beautifully to both container and garden environments, reaching 1-3 meters when potted and 10-20 meters in outdoor settings. This elegant evergreen showcases large, glossy leaves that transition from rich maroon-burgundy to deep green as they mature. Thriving in conditions from full sun to partial shade, this slow-to-moderate growing specimen proves ideal for interior spaces, patios, and large outdoor spaces where its dramatic foliage can serve as a striking focal point.
