How To Care For Rubber Tree Plant. They can be kept at a manageable height or be grown into large specimen trees to happily fill a space. Rubber Tree leaves are mildly toxic to humans and pets.
Pests and Diseases on Rubber Plant Rubber tree plant is resistant to pest and diseases if grown in well-lit areas otherwise spider mites and mealybugs can attack the plant. For outdoor plants use 1 12 teaspoons of plant food per 1 gallon of water. It likes just the right amount of sun and water.
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You can control the amount of light and water it gets which is important because they shouldnt have too much of either. Your beloved plant is irritating your skin. Rubber Plants or Ficus Elastica make wonderful additions to the home and will turn any drab indoor space into an urban jungle. Mix equal portions perlite pine bark and peat.