Ficus elastica Pink 17Ø 58cm

Caring for Ficus elastica Pink

Ficus elastica Pink is an impressive houseplant with magnificent leaves in shades of pink, cream, and green. It brings a tropical touch to interiors and becomes a natural focal point in any room. It is popular for its distinctive decorative appearance and relatively easy care.

💧 Watering Water moderately – only when the top layer of the substrate (approx. 2–3 cm) is dry. The Ficus does not tolerate overwatering or complete drying out. Caution: Water must not stand in the saucer under the pot. Use room temperature, standing water.

☀️ Light Prefers bright, indirect light – ideal placement is near an east or west-facing window.

• Avoid direct midday sun, which can scorch the leaves.

• In insufficient light, the leaves lose their characteristic coloration and the pink tones fade.

🌡️ Temperature and Air

• Ideal temperature: 18–25 °C.

• Cold: Does not tolerate temperatures below 12 °C, drafts, or sudden temperature changes.

• Humidity: Tolerates normal indoor humidity. During the heating season, we recommend occasionally wiping the leaves with a damp cloth.

🌿 Fertilizing During the growing season (spring–autumn), fertilize every 2–4 weeks with liquid houseplant fertilizer at half strength. Omit fertilization entirely in winter.

🧽 Substrate and Repotting Requires a well-draining, airy houseplant substrate with perlite. Repot in spring, always into a pot only one size larger. Be careful when repotting – the milky sap can irritate the skin.

⚠️ Warning Ficus elastica is toxic to pets and children. Keep it out of their reach. When working with the plant, we recommend gloves – the milky sap can cause skin irritation.