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ornamentalFamily: MoraceaeGenus: FicusSpecies: elastica
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Burgundy Rubber Plant
Ficus elastica 'Burgundy'
Cultivar: Burgundy
Ficus elastica 'Burgundy' is a popular ornamental foliage plant featuring thick, leathery leaves with a deep, almost black-red color. It grows into a stately, upright form that excels in bright, indirect light. This variety is highly valued for its ability to add a modern, polished look to indoor spaces or tropical landscapes.
The Burgundy Rubber Plant is a bold, tropical houseplant known for its deep, glossy, dark burgundy-hued leaves that make a striking architectural statement.
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Plant Profile
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Sun
Bright, indirect light; avoid direct, harsh afternoon sun which can scorch the leaves.
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Water
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce water frequency during winter months.
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Mature size
6-10 feet tall in containers, significantly larger in tropical ground settings.
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Hardiness
10-12 (primarily grown as a houseplant in cooler regions)
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Growth habit
Upright, sturdy tree-like form.
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Plant type
tropical foliage plant
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Growing note
Thrives in consistent warmth and humidity; avoid drafts and cold temperature fluctuations.
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Climate note
Prefers 65-80°F (18-27°C); protect from temperatures below 55°F.
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Flower / fruit
Rarely flowers or fruits when grown indoors as a houseplant.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Bright, indirect light; avoid direct, harsh afternoon sun which can scorch the leaves.
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Growth rate
Moderate.
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Fertilizer
Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during the growing season (spring through summer).
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Pruning
Prune in spring to control height and encourage bushier branching if desired.
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Care notes
Thrives in consistent warmth and humidity; avoid drafts and cold temperature fluctuations.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
6-10 feet tall in containers, significantly larger in tropical ground settings.
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Growth habit
Upright, sturdy tree-like form.
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Spacing
3-5 feet when planted in the ground in tropical climates.
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Rarely flowers or fruits when grown indoors as a houseplant.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
10-12 (primarily grown as a houseplant in cooler regions)
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Temperature
Prefers 65-80°F (18-27°C); protect from temperatures below 55°F.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce water frequency during winter months.
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Soil
Well-draining, high-quality indoor potting mix, ideally containing peat or coco coir and perlite.
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Soil pH
6.0-7.0
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Container Growing
Excellent for containers; ensure pots have drainage holes and provide stable footing as the plant gains height.
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Family
Moraceae
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Foliage Look
Glossy, thick, dark burgundy leaves with a polished, leathery texture.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are broad, thick, and ovate with a deep dark-red to black-burgundy appearance; underside may be slightly lighter.
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Fruit Flower Look
Not typically applicable for ornamental indoor presentation.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Do not depict flowers or fruit on starter plants.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain an upright, single-stem focus unless the plant has been intentionally pinched for branching.
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Mature Plant Look
A stately, vertical tree with dark, imposing, glossy foliage that commands attention.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Large, woody-stemmed tree with thick, broad leaves arranged alternately along the stems.
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Morphology Rules
Ensure the plant maintains its upright structure and characteristic glossy dark leaf appearance.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does a Burgundy Rubber Plant need? It prefers bright, indirect light to maintain its rich foliage color. Why are my leaves falling off? Often caused by overwatering or sudden temperature changes; check soil moisture and light levels. Can I grow this outdoors? Only in frost-free tropical climates; otherwise, keep as a houseplant.
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Root Look
Healthy, white to tan fibrous root system within the plug.
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Soil Look
Dark, rich, well-draining peat-based potting medium.
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Starter Stage
Small, upright plug with a few developing leaves exhibiting the signature deep burgundy coloration.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Oval to elliptical leaves with a glossy sheen, emerging from a central stem.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Burgundy Rubber Plant. This is Burgundy Rubber Plant, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this striking foliage become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the refined indoor environment you want to create. Focus on the deep, dark, and glossy leaves that bring a dramatic, polished color to any collection. Establish your starter plug by moving it into a four-inch pot with quality potting mix, then move it to a final container when it matures. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Video Summary
The Burgundy Rubber Plant is a sophisticated houseplant known for its glossy, deep-red foliage and architectural form. Learn how to grow this striking tropical plant for your indoor garden.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing the Burgundy Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica 'Burgundy')
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