Ficus Burgundy Double Stem, 2 Gallon Grower Pot, 3 Feet Overall Height, Modern Indoor Live Rubber Plant

Ficus Burgundy Double Stem

Ficus Burgundy Care & Tips:

As far as tropical houseplants go, one of the most popular and easy-to-grow species is the rubber plant (Ficus elastica). Their oversized, glossy green oval leaves make a statement in any bright, warm room. If you want to make even more of an impression, opt for the easy-to-find cultivar ficus tineke (Ficus elastica ‘Burgundy’). The variegated rubber plant, as it’s sometimes known, often features striking dark burgundy tones on the outside of the green and cream foliage, and the sheath at the top of the stem is also a deep burgundy-red color.

Light:


Ficus elastica likes the type of bright, indirect light that mimics that found in its natural tropical forest habitat. Getting the balance right to maintain the unique variegation of the tineke cultivar is the biggest challenge for this plant. Too much direct light can scorch the foliage, but overly low-light conditions will see the pink hues on the leaves fade, there will be less new leaf growth, and your plant could become unattractively leggy.

Sitting your plant in an east-facing window usually works well, or setting it back from a south- or west-facing window. Your ficus tineke might appreciate a few hours of soft morning sunlight, but avoid direct harsh afternoon rays.

Soil:

Ficus Burgundy isn’t fussy when it comes to potting mix. Providing it’s loose and well-drained, you shouldn’t have any problems. They often thrive in slightly acidic cactus mixes.

Water:


You’re won’t have a high maintenance watering schedule with your ficus tineke. These plants appreciate it if you let the top couple of inches of potting mix dry out to the touch in between waterings. So watering once every one to two weeks during the growing season is usually enough, depending on the light and humidity in your home.

Although they like consistent light moisture (excessive dryness is a problem), leaving them in standing water leads to root rot, so slight underwatering is better than overwatering. A deep watering works well, but don’t drip on the leaves as it can cause staining.

Temperature & Humidity:

As you would expect of a tropical species, ficus tineke appreciates warm temperatures and moderate humidity. Ideal temperatures range from around 60 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. You’ll want to avoid this plant if your home regularly has temperatures lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit, experiences sudden temperature drops, or you can’t position it away from draughts or dry heat or AC units.