Ficus elastica 'Melany' (Indian Rubber Tree)

Ficus elastica Melany Indian Rubber Tree 180 mm
Ficus elastica Melany Indian Rubber Tree 250 mm
Ficus elastica Melany Indian Rubber Tree 250 mm
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Ficus elastica 'Melany' (Indian Rubber Tree)

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Ficus elastica 'Melany' is a gorgeous ficus plant with dark leaves. Ficus elastica is commonly called the rubber tree because its white coloured sap makes rubber, which is a key ingredient for tyres and many more rubber-based products. Ensure the sap does not come into contact with your skin as it can cause irritation. This is an excellent indoor plant for home or commercial use. The darker colour offers a good contrast to other plants.

Ficus plants have extremely invasive roots so, in urban gardens, it is strongly advisable to keep them in pots or containers rather than planting them in the ground.

Light requirement: Part sun/part shade and Bright indirect sunlight

Water requirement: Medium

Watering frequency: Water when the top 5-10 cm of the potting mix is dry to the touch. Do not overwater to prevent root rot.

Soil: For pots: premium-quality potting mix in pots that have good drainage. For the ground, well draining loam with pH between 6 - 6.5.

Skill level: Beginner

Growth rate: Fast

Suitable for containers: Yes

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Drought tolerance: Medium

Frost tolerance: Low

Wind tolerance: Low

Disease and pest susceptibility: Mealybugs, spider mites and scale

Mature height: 150 cm

Mature width: 150 cm

Suitable for shaping: No

Colour: Dark glossy green with burgundy hues

Variegation: No

Size: Small/medium

Seasonality: Evergreen

Flowering: Yes; but primarily grown for it's foliage

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Fruit: Insignificant

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