Exposure & Location

The Ficus Robusta enjoys bright but filtered light. It thrives in a bright room without harsh direct sunlight and also tolerates partial shade, making it an ideal choice for city interiors.

• Light: bright to partial shade, avoid prolonged direct sun.
• Ideal locations: near an east or west-facing window, in a bright living room or modern office.
• Outdoors: on a sheltered terrace or balcony in summer, as long as temperatures stay above 15 °C.
• Ideal temperature: between 18 and 26 °C, protected from cold drafts.

Verdeia tip: rotate your Ficus a quarter turn every two weeks for harmonious growth and balanced foliage.

Watering & Care

The Ficus Robusta likes slightly moist soil but hates excess water. Its care is simple and regular, perfect for beginners or lovers of well-kept green spaces.

• Watering: about once a week, when the top 2 to 3 centimeters of soil are dry.
• Winter: space watering every 2 to 3 weeks, depending on ambient temperature.
• Water: non-calcareous, at room temperature.
• Planter cover: always empty excess water after watering to avoid waterlogged roots.
• Fertilizer: every 4 to 6 weeks in spring and summer (NPK 10-10-10).

Verdeia tip: regularly clean the leaves with a soft, damp cloth to remove dust and enhance their natural shine.

Decor Ideas & Plant Pairings

With its dense foliage and deep tones, the Ficus Robusta is a characterful plant that structures decoration. Its miniature tree silhouette and glossy texture make it a strong decorative asset in a living room, office, or entryway.

• In a matte ceramic or natural fiber planter cover for a zen and warm atmosphere.
• In a duo with lighter plants (Calathea, Aglaonema, Monstera) for a balanced and tropical contrast.
• Ideal in modern, Scandinavian, or minimalist interiors for a refined organic touch.
• Perfect on a light wall or near a window to play with light on its shiny foliage.

Verdeia decor tip: pair it with light wood or rattan furniture to soften its graphic look and highlight its lush leaves.

Verdeia Advice

• Repotting: every 2 years in spring, in a slightly larger pot with rich, well-draining soil.
• Stability: avoid moving it frequently; it adapts to a fixed location.
• Fertilizer: prefer gentle feeding during the growth period.
• Silhouette: prune lower leaves to emphasize its tree form and promote a slender appearance.
• Resilience: if leaves fall, give it time to adjust to its new environment — it will recover quickly.

The Ficus Elastica ‘Robusta’ embodies urban nature in all its splendor: a majestic, stable, and purifying plant, symbolizing balance and serenity for contemporary interiors.

Technical Specifications

• Botanical name: Ficus elastica ‘Robusta’
• Common name: Ficus Robusta / Rubber plant
• Family: Moraceae
• Origin: Southeast Asia
• Plant type: Tropical indoor plant
• Foliage: Shiny dark green, thick and oval
• Exposure: Bright light to partial shade
• Watering: Moderate, allow soil surface to dry between waterings
• Substrate: Rich and well-drained soil
• Fertilizer: 1× every 4 to 6 weeks (spring–summer)
• Care: Easy
• Growth: Medium to fast
• Air-purifying effect: Yes
• Hardiness: Not hardy (min. 12 °C)
• Toxicity to animals: Slightly toxic if ingested (latex presence)

Each Ficus is unique: the shape and density of its foliage naturally evolve according to light, humidity, and seasons. A living and expressive plant that grows with your interior.