This Rubber Tree ‘Burgundy’ (Ficus elastica) comes in a 4” pot. 
 
This plant will grow to be an indoor tree if you let it! This will quite a bit of time as it is slow growing, but regular pruning will keep it managable.  
 
We recommend pairing this plant with our Rainforest Substrate. It contains 14 all natural ingredients that will help you plant grow nicely.
 
With Pets: We do not recommend placing this plant in a vivarium with an animal that eat plants. Rubber plants have a milky substance when pruned or broken that can be mildly toxic to animals and humans.
 
Native To: This plant is native to Asia, India, and Malaysia. 
 
Temperature:  This plant does well in 65°-80°.
 
Lighting: This plant  does well in bright indirect light. When in direct sunlight for too long the leaves can burn.
 
Hydration: Water thoroughly when the soil becomes dry. This species will enjoy a good misting, it is a tropical species. Do not let the roots sit in water or stay soggy. 
 
Important note: If you will be using this plant in a vivarium setting with animals, we recommend that all of the soil the plant comes with be washed off prior to placing the new plant in your vivarium. That way you will not accidently bring any unwanted invertebrates into your set up. 
 
Cold Weather: If you live where the weather will be cold and frosty upon arrival, we recommend contacting us in advance so we can add a heat pack to your shipment. If you choose not to add the heat pack and your plant arrives damaged from the weather, no refund will be given.