Like all ficus plants, it is toxic to humans and pets.
If you plant it outdoors, grow it in a container where its prolifically spreading roots are contained.
Place the plant in an east-facing window or set it back from a south- or west-facing window.
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Avoid direct harsh afternoon sun.
Soil
Use loose and well-drained potting mix.
Slightly acidiccactus mixesare a good option.
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Slightly underwatering is better than overwatering, as too much moisture leads to root rot.
Don’t drip water on the leaves as it may cause staining.
Temperature and Humidity
The ideal temperature range for ficus Tineke is between 60 and 75F.
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It does not tolerate temperatures below 55F well.
Avoid sudden temperature drops and exposure to draughts, dry heat vents, and AC units.
Skip the fertilizer during the winter months.
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Trim off straggly stems and unhealthy-looking leaves.
Any healthy stems can be used to propagate a new plant.
Propagating Ficus Tineke
Propagating variegated rubber plants fromstem cuttingsis fairly easy.
Do this in the spring as the new growing season starts.
These plants are relatively fast growers, so repotting every year or every to years is normal.
Pick a pot that’s only a few inches larger in diameter than the original one.
Control populations withinsecticidal soaporneem oilbefore they turn into an infestation.
Ficus trees are also susceptible toleaf spot disease.
Remove any infected leaves promptly to prevent the spread of the fungus.
check that to always check the soil before watering.
Yellow leaves can also be a sign your plant is exposed to strong draught.
Adjust your watering schedule and don’t let the potting mix dry out completely in between waterings.
Brown Tips
Leaves that turn crispy and develop brown tips may indicate too much direct sun.
Move your plant to a position with dappled sunlight.
Variegated rubber plants are relatively fast growers.
Expect them to grow up to 24 inches annually.
Look after your plant well and it could live at least a couple of decades.
These long-lived plants have been known to survive 100 years in ideal outdoor environments.
The biggest reason the pink hues disappear on these plants is because they aren’t getting enough light.
North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension.
Rubber Tree Plant.Pet Poison Helpline,https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/poison/rubber-tree-plant/.
Plant Species Reported to be Invasive in Natural Areas List.
Invasive Plant Atlas of the United States.
