Ficus elastica 'Tineke' Alocasia especially in a living room

especially in a living room or bedroom with a beautiful elevated plant stand

When a branch reverts to solid green cut that branch out

Easily as beautiful as the coveted 'Rio' and elusive 'Gabby'

soil with good drainage

Ficus elastica 'Tineke' Alocasia especially in a living roomFicus elastica or decora 'Tineke' or Variegated Rubber Tree is a perfect option for someone looking for a serious statement tree in their home. They are easy to care for, requiring one thing and one thing only: LIGHT! Ok, they also require water. But the Ficus elastica is drought tolerant and if you skip a watering here or there, it won't throw a fit like its cousin Ficus lyrata. As Ficus elastica is a tree, it can reach heights up to 10 feet tall in