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ornamentalFamily: MoraceaeGenus: Ficus
Cultivar
Tineke Rubber Plant
Ficus
The Tineke Rubber Plant is a standout selection of Ficus elastica featuring thick, glossy foliage with distinct creamy-white and sage-green variegation. Its upright, architectural growth habit makes it a popular choice for indoor decor and tropical-themed collections. As the plant matures, it develops a strong, sturdy trunk, maintaining its bold presence in home and office spaces.
Ficus elastica 'Tineke' is a striking, variegated rubber plant known for its broad, leathery leaves marbled with shades of cream, green, and gray. It makes an excellent, architectural houseplant for bright, indirect light environments.
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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; avoid harsh, direct afternoon sun which can scorch the variegated foliage.
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Water
Allow the top inch or two of soil to dry out between waterings; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
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Mature size
6-10 feet tall indoors; larger if grown in optimal tropical outdoor conditions.
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Hardiness
10-12 (primarily grown as a houseplant in most regions)
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Growth habit
Upright, tree-like, and sturdy.
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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
Tineke thrives when given consistent light to maintain its vibrant variegation; low light may cause the creamy areas to fade or turn green.
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Climate note
Prefers consistent temperatures between 65-80°F; avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature drops.
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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; avoid harsh, direct afternoon sun which can scorch the variegated foliage.
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Growth rate
Moderate.
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Fertilizer
Use a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer once a month during the active growing season (spring and summer).
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Pruning
Prune back the main stem if you wish to encourage bushier growth or manage height.
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Care notes
Tineke thrives when given consistent light to maintain its vibrant variegation; low light may cause the creamy areas to fade or turn green.
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; larger if grown in optimal tropical outdoor conditions.
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Growth habit
Upright, tree-like, and sturdy.
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Spacing
Space at least 3-4 feet apart in larger interior spaces to allow for airflow.
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 (primarily grown as a houseplant in most regions)
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Temperature
Prefers consistent temperatures between 65-80°F; avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature drops.
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 or two of soil to dry out between waterings; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
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Soil
Well-draining, high-quality potting mix with added perlite or bark 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
Perfect for containers; ensure the pot has drainage holes to prevent standing water.
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Family
Moraceae
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Foliage Look
Glossy, thick, cream-and-green marbled leaves, broad and elliptic.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves must be thick, glossy, and elliptic; variegation should consist of irregular patches of cream and green.
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Fruit Flower Look
N/A (Flowering is extremely rare indoors).
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Fruit Flower Rules
Do not depict flowers or fruit on a starter plant; these are highly unlikely in a juvenile stage.
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Growth Habit Rules
Should maintain an upright, single-stemmed or lightly branched structure; do not depict as a sprawling vine or low groundcover.
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Mature Plant Look
Impressive, upright, tree-like plant with dense, variegated foliage.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Large, thick, leathery leaves with complex, mottled variegation; stems become woody and sturdy over time.
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Morphology Rules
Focus on the bold, upright structure and the distinctive marbled pattern of the foliage.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does a Tineke Rubber Plant need? It requires bright, indirect light to keep its variegation bright. Is this plant toxic? Yes, it is toxic to cats and dogs if ingested. How often should I water my Tineke? Water when the top inch of soil is dry.
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Root Look
Healthy white or light brown roots within a compact starter plug.
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Soil Look
Dark, moist, loose organic potting soil, well-draining.
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Starter Stage
Small, young plant with 2-4 emerging leaves showing the characteristic cream and green variegation.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Leaves are smaller and more tender than mature specimens; stems are green and soft.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Tineke Rubber Plant. This is Tineke Rubber Plant, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let the Tineke Rubber Plant become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future indoor tropical environment you want to create. Focus on the bold, leathery foliage, displaying striking marbled patterns of creamy white and lush green that bring architectural structure to any space. Establish your starter by repotting into a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining mix, then move to a permanent container once the plant is well established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Tags
Ficus elastica Tineke Rubber Plant Variegated Ficus Indoor Plants Houseplant Care Tropical Foliage Agardeni Starter Plants
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the beauty of the Tineke Rubber Plant, a sophisticated choice for indoor foliage collectors. This guide highlights its marbled, cream-and-green leaves and its sturdy, architectural growth habit.
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Youtube Video Title
Ficus elastica Tineke: Growing the Variegated Rubber Plant
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