Ficus Elastica 'Ruby Pink'

🌿 Ficus elastica ‘Ruby’

Botanical Name: Ficus elastica
Common Names: Variegated Rubber Tree, Ficus Elastica Ruby

Description
Native to tropical regions of India and Malaysia, Ficus ‘Ruby’ is a hardy, vibrant evergreen with stunning red-pink and creamy white variegation over green leaves. This variety needs more light than the darker ‘Burgundy’ type to keep its colors vivid.

Light
☀️ Bright Indirect View of the Sky — Needs bright, indirect light to maintain its variegation. Avoid low-light spaces; a little gentle morning sun is fine, but harsh direct sun may scorch leaves.

Water
💧 Keep soil slightly moist but never soggy. Allow the top 30–40% of soil to dry between waterings; in winter water less frequently.

Soil
🌱 Well-draining potting mix with added perlite or bark to prevent waterlogging.

Fertilizer
🌿 Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season for healthy growth and color.

Maintenance
✂️ Wipe leaves regularly to remove dust and let the variegation shine. Rotate plant for even growth. Repot when roots crowd the pot.

Pet / Latex Info
🐾 Toxic to pets and humans if ingested; sap can irritate skin and contains latex. Keep away from cats, dogs, small children, and anyone allergic to latex.