Having large glossy leaves with eye catching pink edging, Ruby Rubber Ficus plants, are top notch candidates for removing indoor air pollutants such as formaldehyde and benzene that are common around indoor pollution environments like kitchens and bathrooms. They are also wonderful plants for increasing humidity in dry indoor air and creating healthy living conditions by producing much needed oxygen. The larger the leaf, the more air purifying potential.
Ruby Rubber Plant/Ficus 6"
Common name: Ruby Rubber Plant
Botanical name: Ficus Elastica "Ruby"
Care Difficulty level: Medium to Moderate
Toxicity: The sap can be mildly toxic/toxic to pets and humans
Air purifying qualities: Excellent
Soil type and PH: Well draining rich soil/slightly to neutral acidity
Sun exposure: bright, indirect light. Intense direct sun can scorch the leaves.