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ornamentalFamily: MoraceaeGenus: Ficus
Cultivar
Belize Ruby Rubber Plant
Ficus
The Belize Ruby Rubber Plant is a sought-after cultivar of Ficus elastica featuring thick, leathery leaves with a striking tricolor pattern. New leaves emerge with vibrant pink and deep red hues before maturing into a sophisticated mix of cream, forest green, and burgundy undersides. It maintains an upright, branching habit that makes it an excellent choice for a statement container plant in home or office interiors.
Ficus elastica 'Belize' is a stunning variegated rubber plant known for its dramatic foliage with splashes of cream, green, and deep pink tones. This tropical specimen adds architectural interest and vibrant color to any bright indoor space.
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Plant Detail
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Repotting / Start Growing
Begin with a starter plant and establish it in a larger pot using quality potting soil with beneficials and fertilizer.
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Plant Profile
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Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
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Sun
Bright, indirect light is ideal.
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Water
Water when the top inch or two of soil becomes dry; avoid waterlogging.
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Mature size
6-10 feet tall indoors; can be pruned to maintain desired height.
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Hardiness
10-12
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Growth habit
Upright, woody stem with broad, alternating foliage.
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Plant type
Tropical foliage plant
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Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
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Growing note
Variegation may fade if the plant is kept in low-light conditions; provide consistent bright, indirect light to maintain the vibrant pink and cream color. Avoid frequent moving to prevent leaf drop.
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Climate note
Prefers temperatures between 65°F and 85°F; protect from cold drafts.
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Flower / fruit
Rarely flowers or fruits when grown as an indoor 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 is ideal.
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Growth rate
Moderate.
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Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the active growing season.
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Pruning
Prune branch tips to encourage a fuller, bushier shape.
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Care notes
Variegation may fade if the plant is kept in low-light conditions; provide consistent bright, indirect light to maintain the vibrant pink and cream color. Avoid frequent moving to prevent leaf drop.
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 indoors; can be pruned to maintain desired height.
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Growth habit
Upright, woody stem with broad, alternating foliage.
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Spacing
3-5 feet when planted in groups.
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 as an indoor 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
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Temperature
Prefers temperatures between 65°F and 85°F; protect from cold drafts.
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
Water when the top inch or two of soil becomes dry; avoid waterlogging.
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Soil
Well-draining, high-quality potting mix with added perlite for aeration.
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Soil pH
6.0-7.0
More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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Container Growing
Thrives in containers; ensure pots have adequate drainage holes.
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Family
Moraceae
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Foliage Look
Glossy, tricolor, oval, leathery, variegated leaves.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves are oval, thick, and leathery with clear color boundaries between green, cream, and pink.
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Fruit Flower Look
Not applicable for this ornamental cultivar.
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Fruit Flower Rules
Do not depict fruit or flowers; focus entirely on foliage quality.
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Growth Habit Rules
Maintain an upright, dominant central leader habit; avoid excessive sprawling.
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Mature Plant Look
An impressive, tall, architectural indoor tree with vibrant tricolor leaves.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Sturdy, thick, woody trunks with large, glossy, elliptical leaves.
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Morphology Rules
Ensure the plant shows characteristic rubber plant thickness in the stem and leaf structure.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does a Belize Rubber Plant need? It prefers bright, indirect light to maintain its vibrant leaf variegation. Will my plant grow very tall? Indoors, it can reach 6 to 10 feet, but can be pruned to keep it at your preferred size. Why are the leaves losing their pink color? This usually happens when the plant receives too little light; move it to a brighter location.
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Root Look
Healthy white roots filling a starter plug.
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Soil Look
Dark, rich, well-draining potting medium.
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Starter Stage
Young starter plants feature smaller, more delicate leaves with intense pink variegation on the new growth.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Flexible green stems with tightly packed alternating leaves.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Belize Ruby Rubber Plant. This is Belize Ruby Rubber Plant, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this vibrant tropical become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the bright indoor growing space you want to create. The defining beauty of this plant is its striking tricolor foliage, featuring brilliant shades of pink, cream, and deep green on thick, glossy leaves. Establish your starter plug by moving it into a four-inch pot with quality well-draining soil, later moving to a permanent container when the plant is established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Tags
Ficus elastica Belize Rubber Plant Houseplants Indoor Tropicals Agardeni Variegated Plants Foliage Plants Plant Care Container Gardening
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Youtube Video Summary
The Ficus elastica 'Belize' is a stunning tropical houseplant prized for its tricolor variegated leaves. Learn how to grow this architectural beauty in your indoor space.
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Youtube Video Title
Ficus elastica 'Belize' Rubber Plant: Care & Growing Guide
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