Ficus elastica 'Abidjan' (14cm Pot)

Product Code: 307277

£12.99

The Ficus elastica ‘Abidjan’ is a beautiful cultivar of the classic rubber tree. Its large paddle-shaped leaves are a deep burgundy, bronze-blushed colour.
This plant has air purifying benefits, it filters toxins and improves the quality of air in our homes. Houseplants have also been known to reduce stress and anxiety.
Light: Ficus elastica Abidjan prefers bright, indirect light but does cope quite well in lower light conditions. Avoid direct sunlight as this may scorch the leaves.
Watering: Water when the soil starts to become slightly dry at the top. Keep the soil lightly moist at all times, but do not overwater as this will cause leaf drop. Soil:
Humidity: This Ficus has no specific humidity requirements, although it will benefit from an occasional misting. For an added boost, consider moving your plant to a steamier room such as a kitchen or bathroom.
Additional care advice: Elastica Abidjan does well in normal household temperatures, but prefers slightly warmer conditions: around 16-24°C. Avoid cold draughts. Apply a weak dose of a fertiliser once or twice a month during the growing season. A moderate to fast-growing plant which often reaches around 60m in their native environment. Indoors it can be trimmed to maintain a desired height, and usually grows to a height of 30cm-2m. Considered poisonous due to the latex in the sap, therefore keep away from children and animals. Avoid this plant if you have a latex allergy. Contains allergens that may result in asthma symptoms.