Exposure & placement

This tropical plant prefers bright indirect light. It tolerates partial shade but dislikes direct sunlight, which could burn its thick leaves.

• Ideal location: living room, entrance, or bright office.
• Avoid direct rays behind a window.
• Can adapt to slightly shaded rooms.

Verdeia tip: rotate it regularly for even growth and balanced shape.

Watering & care

The Ficus elastica requires little maintenance and easily adapts to urban lifestyles.

• Watering: moderate; let the substrate surface dry before watering again.
• Frequency: about once a week in spring-summer, less often in winter.
• Care: dust large leaves with a damp cloth to revive their shine.
• Fertilizer: a dose of liquid fertilizer every 3 weeks during the growing season.

Verdeia advice: it appreciates a slightly humid atmosphere — mist its foliage if the air is dry.

Decor ideas & plant combinations

With its architectural silhouette and deep tones, the Ficus Abidjan fits perfectly into modern or vintage decor.

• Beautiful against a light background or near natural materials (wood, rattan, linen).
• Pair it with a Zamioculcas or a Sansevieria for a graphic and sturdy effect.
• For a tropical vibe, combine it with a Monstera deliciosa.

Verdeia decor tip: choose a decorative pot in matte ceramic or natural fiber to highlight its shine.

Verdeia tips

• Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature changes.
• Preserve the beauty of its leaves by cleaning them with a soft damp cloth.
• Use a pot slightly larger than the nursery pot to encourage root development.
• Let it overwinter in a slightly cooler room if possible.
• Rotate it every two weeks for symmetrical growth.

An ideal companion to structure your interior and bring a touch of elegant and contemporary jungle.

Technical specifications

• Latin name: Ficus elastica ‘Abidjan’
• Common name: Rubber plant
• Family: Moraceae
• Pot diameter: Ø17 cm
• Approximate height: 60 cm
• Maximum adult size: up to 2 m indoors
• Exposure: Bright indirect light to partial shade
• Watering: Moderate, let surface dry between waterings
• Toxicity to animals: Slightly toxic if ingested

Each plant is unique: photos show an example of its appearance. The density, shape, and shades of its foliage naturally evolve according to light and throughout the seasons.