Ficus Elastica 'Tineke'

Ficus Tineke 🌿 has broad glossy leaves marbled in green, cream, and soft blush pink, giving it a bright, polished look that feels a little more special than a standard rubber tree. It does best in bright indirect light indoors, where the variegation stays strongest and it can really shine on a plant stand, in a living room, or near a bright window. This plant is generally manageable once it settles in, but like most ficus it prefers consistency and does not love sudden changes. Pro tip: if it starts dropping leaves, check the light and avoid moving it around too much 🚰.

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Quick Facts:
🌱 Botanical Name: Ficus elastica ‘Tineke’
🏷️ Common Names: Ficus Tineke, Tineke Rubber Tree, Variegated Rubber Plant
💧 Watering Needs: Moderate; water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry
☀️ Light Needs: Bright indirect light
🍃 Growth Habit: Upright, branching foliage plant
🪴 Difficulty Level: Beginner to Intermediate
⚠️ Toxicity: Toxic if chewed or ingested by pets or people
🌎 Native Region: Cultivar of a species native to tropical Asia

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