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Ficus Elastica 'Tineke'
Ficus elastica 'Tineke'Common Name: Variegated Rubber Plant, Rubber Tree, Rubber Fig
USDA Hardiness Zones: 10-12 (outdoors)
Description
Native to tropical regions of India and Malaysia, Ficus Ruby 'Tineke' is a hardy, vibrant evergreen plant with green-yellow and white variegation. Care is similar to other rubber plants, but the variegation requires more light than the 'Burgundy' variety. It won't do well in low light spaces, so place in bright indirect light. Water to keep soil moist at all times. Ficus elastica is a source of latex that is toxic to the skin, so pet-owners and those allergic to latex should be cautious.
Please note: (Mildly) toxic to humans, cats and dogs if ingested
Shipping
Orders will ship from either our CA or FL location.
Most orders ship USPS with the packing methods pictured below. Larger orders may ship FedEx. *Please note that we have additional packing procedure for tall, big, and multiple plants. Tall/ big plants are stabilized with a wooden stick and shipped using special inserts that lock in houseplants. 
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30-Day Guarantee
We will replace any houseplant that fails to thrive within 30 days of placing your order. Replacement plant shipping cost is at the customer’s expense. Proof of failure may be requested in the form of a picture sent to our customer service team. Houseplants are not included in the 1 year tree guarantee.
