Ficus Elastica Ruby
Best statement plant for design-conscious pet-free homes.
Bring vibrant color indoors with the striking Ficus Elastica Ruby. This stunning variety of the Rubber Tree showcases richly variegated foliage, blending deep green with splashes of creamy white and bright pink, making it a true statement piece for any space. It thrives indoors, offering a lush, tropical aesthetic that brightens up tabletops or floor settings. While beautiful, please note this plant is toxic to both cats and dogs if ingested. Available in various pot sizes and forms, including standard, bush, and column, you can select the perfect configuration to complement your home decor. It arrives established and ready to enhance your indoor jungle.
$48.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
141
/ 9235
#141 in Potted Houseplants
Price vs Category Average
-8%
Below average
Plant Type
Ficus elastica 'Ruby'
/ Ficus elastica 'Ruby'
Who it's for
- Apartment dwellers needing vertical, space-saving greenery
- Busy plant parents wanting a resilient, low-maintenance Ficus
- Interior designers seeking a bold, colorful focal point
Who should skip it
- Families with curious pets or small children
- Owners of dim rooms without access to bright windows
- People living in drafty homes with fluctuating temperatures
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Variegated pink and cream tones create an immediate, high-contrast focal point.
Configuration Versatility
Multiple growth forms and sizes accommodate any interior layout or scale.
Indoor Adaptability
Thrives consistently in standard home environments with minimal fuss.
Pet Safety
Toxic foliage requires careful placement away from curious cats and dogs.
Establishment Status
Arrives fully rooted and ready to integrate into your living space.
Maintenance Ease
Requires basic care routines to maintain vibrant, healthy leaf coloration.
Key Specs
Plant Type
Ficus elastica 'Ruby'
Available Pot Sizes
6", 8", 10", 12", 14", 17"
Available Forms
Standard, Bush, Column, Multi-Standard
Default Pot Material
Plastic Grow Pot
Height Options
2-3ft, 3ft, 4-5ft, 5-6ft, 6-7ft
Features
- Striking variegated foliage with pink, cream, and green coloring
- Available in multiple growth forms (Standard, Bush, Column)
- Offered in a wide range of pot sizes to suit different spaces
- Arrives established and ready for display
- Adds a bold, colorful focal point to interior design
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Ficus Elastica Ruby for its stunning, vibrant variegation, often noting the deep ruby tones are even better in person than online. The overwhelming sentiment centers on the exceptional quality; plants arrive healthy, well packaged, and robust. While some mention the price point is high, the plant's striking aesthetic appeal and overall condition make it feel like a worthwhile investment. This plant is a true statement piece, highly recommended for its visual impact and excellent health.
Know before you buy
The Standard form features a single, clear trunk with a canopy on top, resembling a small tree. The Bush form is fuller and more rounded with foliage starting closer to the base, while the Column form is trained to grow vertically, making it ideal for tighter corners.
No, this plant is toxic to both cats and dogs if ingested. It is best kept in a location that is inaccessible to curious pets.
To keep the vibrant pink and cream colors, this plant requires bright, indirect light. If placed in a spot that is too dark, the leaves may lose their variegation and revert to a solid, darker green.
The plant arrives in a standard plastic grow pot. We recommend placing it inside a decorative cachepot that is at least one to two inches larger in diameter than the grow pot to allow for proper drainage.
Consider the scale of your room and the intended placement. The 2-3ft options work well for tabletops or desks, while the 5-7ft options serve as dramatic floor-standing focal points that can fill empty corners or frame windows.
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