Ficus elastica 'Ruby' (Variegated Rubber Tree) Size:6" YB Usually single stemmed but will

Usually single stemmed but will form multiple trunks or re-sprout from an underground woody burl if the main stem is damaged or destroyed

Because it contains only aged ancient plant matter

When cooked

and pulling weeds

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Ficus elastica 'Ruby' (Variegated Rubber Tree) Size:6" YB Usually single stemmed but willThe Ficus Elastica Ruby, also known as a variegated Rubber tree, is native to tropical regions of India and Malaysia. Its care is similar to that of the Rubber Tree, however its unique tri colored variegation requires brighter light conditions than the Burgundy variety to keep the colors strong and defined. Rubber trees are a favorite house plant for many, due to their tolerance of lower light growing conditions and fast growth rate. In the wild,