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Rubber Tree
Resilient to frequent pruningResilient to frequent pruning
Tolerant to direct sunlightTolerant to direct sunlight
Air purifyingAir purifying
Natural HumidifierNatural Humidifier

Built for Dubai's air-conditioned interiors, the Rubber Tree is one of the most resilient statement plants you can own.

The Rubber Tree is an indoor plant known for its oversized, waxy leaves and sturdy, upright growth. 
This house plant is resilient to air conditioning and requires very little attention once established in a spot with enough light.
Rubber Trees thrive in bright, indirect light and are great air purifiers. 

Also known as the rubber plant or rubber tree (Ficus elastica 'Robusta'). A popular indoor rubber plant for homes in Dubai and across the UAE.

Sizes: choose your height: 40cm, 60cm or 100cm.

Light: Bright, indirect light is best. It can adapt to medium light; water less often there. It can take some direct sun, but keep it away from harsh midday sun through glass.
Water: Keep the soil lightly moist, but never soggy. In UAE homes with the AC on, check with your finger before watering.

Pets: not pet-safe. Keep it out of reach of cats and dogs.

Not to be confused with its Ficus cousins: the Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus lyrata) has violin-shaped leaves, and the Teardrop Tree (Ficus benjamina) has small leaves on arching branches. The Rubber Tree has the largest, waxiest, oval leaves of the three.

Delivered across the UAE: we deliver in Dubai and across the UAE. Choose the Circle pot for a cement planter handmade in the UAE by Plntd, or keep the plant in its nursery pot.

Botanical name: Ficus Elastica 'Robusta'

Rubber Trees grow best in spaces with bright indirect light, where the sun is soft or diffused. They can adapt to medium light, though be careful to not overwater it, as the soil will take longer to dry with lesser light. They can also tolerate direct sunlight, though be sure to check the soil regularly since that will cause your Rubber Tree's soil to dry out faster. Never place it in a dark spot, since the soil will almost definitely take too long to dry out, which will cause your Rubber Tree's roots to rot (a death sentence).
Medium light diagram
Maintain moist soil

Every week, stick your finger 1 inch into the soil:

  • If you feel ANY moisture, at all, wait longer before watering.
  • If the soil feels COMPLETELY DRY, then it’s time to water.

Note: the more light it gets, the more often it'll need to be checked & watered

Discard excess water

When watering, fully water the entire soil mixture. Then, allow all the excess water to drain out the bottom of the pot’s drainage holes. Discard that water.

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Rubber Tree

AED 159
AED 159
Height (including pot)

*Heights include pot

Pot
Nursery
Nursery
Circle
CircleAED 39 Off
Round
RoundAED 19 Off
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AED 29
Resilient to frequent pruningResilient to frequent pruning
Tolerant to direct sunlightTolerant to direct sunlight
Air purifyingAir purifying
Natural HumidifierNatural Humidifier

Built for Dubai's air-conditioned interiors, the Rubber Tree is one of the most resilient statement plants you can own.

The Rubber Tree is an indoor plant known for its oversized, waxy leaves and sturdy, upright growth. 
This house plant is resilient to air conditioning and requires very little attention once established in a spot with enough light.
Rubber Trees thrive in bright, indirect light and are great air purifiers. 

Also known as the rubber plant or rubber tree (Ficus elastica 'Robusta'). A popular indoor rubber plant for homes in Dubai and across the UAE.

Sizes: choose your height: 40cm, 60cm or 100cm.

Light: Bright, indirect light is best. It can adapt to medium light; water less often there. It can take some direct sun, but keep it away from harsh midday sun through glass.
Water: Keep the soil lightly moist, but never soggy. In UAE homes with the AC on, check with your finger before watering.

Pets: not pet-safe. Keep it out of reach of cats and dogs.

Not to be confused with its Ficus cousins: the Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus lyrata) has violin-shaped leaves, and the Teardrop Tree (Ficus benjamina) has small leaves on arching branches. The Rubber Tree has the largest, waxiest, oval leaves of the three.

Delivered across the UAE: we deliver in Dubai and across the UAE. Choose the Circle pot for a cement planter handmade in the UAE by Plntd, or keep the plant in its nursery pot.

Botanical name: Ficus Elastica 'Robusta'

Rubber Trees grow best in spaces with bright indirect light, where the sun is soft or diffused. They can adapt to medium light, though be careful to not overwater it, as the soil will take longer to dry with lesser light. They can also tolerate direct sunlight, though be sure to check the soil regularly since that will cause your Rubber Tree's soil to dry out faster. Never place it in a dark spot, since the soil will almost definitely take too long to dry out, which will cause your Rubber Tree's roots to rot (a death sentence).
Medium light diagram
Maintain moist soil

Every week, stick your finger 1 inch into the soil:

  • If you feel ANY moisture, at all, wait longer before watering.
  • If the soil feels COMPLETELY DRY, then it’s time to water.

Note: the more light it gets, the more often it'll need to be checked & watered

Discard excess water

When watering, fully water the entire soil mixture. Then, allow all the excess water to drain out the bottom of the pot’s drainage holes. Discard that water.

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No over-pruning, root-rotting, leaf-shining, early-repotting or pest-hiding.
Just 100% high-quality plants from the world's best growers.

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Plant quality
Poor health; pruned to hide problems
The best; MSPA+* plants only
Inconsistent
Pests
Almost always
Triple-checked
~ Coin-toss
Repotting
Immediately needed
Fresh soil; not needed
~ Varies
Growing conditions
Outdoor grown; will stress indoors
Specialty-grown & ready for indoors
Mix of grower standards
After sale plant help
WhatsApps; SOS calls
Guaranteed
14-day full refund
Pots
Low quality; meh
Beautiful and made by us
Overpriced
*MSPA+ is the highest quality grade used by Dutch growers. Plants rated MSPA+ are determined to be healthy, visually perfect; and free from damages/defects. MSPA+ is the premium tier — the best of the best.
Plant nurseriesNurseriesPlntd PlantPlntdOthersOthers
Price$$$$$$$$$
Plant qualityPoor health; pruned to hide problemsThe best; MSPA+* plants onlyInconsistent
PestsAlmost alwaysTriple checked~ Coin-toss
RepottingImmediately neededFresh soil; not needed~ Varies
Growing conditionsOutdoor grown; will stressSpecialty grown for indoorsMix of grower standards
After sale plant helpNoneWhatsApps; SOS callsNone
GuaranteedNone14-day full refundNone
PotsLow quality; mehBeautiful & made by usOverpriced
*MSPA+ is the highest quality grade used by Dutch growers. Plants rated MSPA+ are determined to be healthy, visually perfect; and free from damages/defects. MSPA+ is the premium tier — the best of the best.

FAQ

Caring for your Rubber Tree
Rubber Trees thrive in bright, indirect light and can tolerate short periods of direct sunlight, no longer than 2 hours.

Best placement: Near a south or west-facing window with sheer curtains, or a bright east-facing window.
If the light is too low: Can cause slow growth and leaf drop.
If the light is too strong: Direct UAE sunlight may scorch or fade leaves, especially in the afternoon.
Water every 1–2 weeks, allowing the top 3–5 cm of soil to dry out between waterings.

How to check: Insert your finger deep into the soil — if it’s dry at that depth, it’s time to water. Water until it begins to drain from the bottom of the nursery pot.
Why this matters: Rubber Trees have thick, glossy leaves that store some water, making them moderately drought-tolerant. Overwatering is a common cause of root rot.
Watering tip: When watering your plant, evenly water the entire soil mixture until you see water draining from the bottom of the nursery pot. After allowing all the excess water to drain out, discard that water.
Repot every 2–3 years or when roots start emerging from the drainage holes. Whichever comes first.

Why not repot right away? Like all plants, Rubber Trees need time to adapt to their new home after delivery. Repotting too soon can cause extra transplant stress.
Best time to repot: October to May, when the plant is actively growing.
Yes! Rubber Trees benefit from regular fertilizing. If you live in the UAE, fertilize once a month from October to May, when your Rubber Tree is actively growing.

During the peak summer months (June–September), growth will slow due to extreme heat, so reduce or pause fertilizing if your plant isn’t actively growing. Over-fertilizing can stress the plant and lead to leaf burn.
Yes, if there are no other options — Rubber Trees are relatively tolerant of the minerals and chloramine in UAE tap water.

Better options: Filtered water or distilled water, especially if you notice leaf tip browning.

To distill water, boil in a kettle at 100 degrees celsius and allow the water to cool down to room temperature overnight.
Yes — Rubber Trees can grow over 2 meters tall indoors with the right care. They are naturally upright growers, with strong vertical stems and large leaves.
No — the sap contains compounds that can be irritating or toxic to cats and dogs if ingested. Keep out of reach of pets.
Yellowing leaves: Overwatering or poor drainage.
Brown edges: Low humidity or inconsistent watering.
Dropping lower leaves: Normal as the plant matures, but excessive drop may indicate low light or stress.

If you ever need some extra help caring for your Rubber Tree, feel free to send us a message on WhatsApp or book a plant care call with us.
Yes — Rubber Trees appreciate moderate humidity. While adaptable, Rubber Trees evolved in warm, humid climates and will grow best in similar conditions.

Tip: Mist the leaves once a day to boost humidity and wipe leaves regularly to remove dust, which can block light absorption.
Yes — as long as it’s kept away from cold air blowing directly onto it, which can cause leaf edges to brown.
Our priority is to get your houseplant to you as safely as possible and ensure that it flourishes when it gets there.

Your plant will arrive in its nursery pot, securely packaged to protect the leaves and prevent soil spillage.

Once received, place your plant in the spot you plan to keep it in and leave it there until it is time to repot, allowing it to acclimate to its new environment.

There are some exceptions to this approach, specifically with our range of micro succulents, that tend to acclimate just fine outside of their nursery pots. So, we've gone ahead and repotted those plants for you.
As part of our guarantee, we offer free replacements for orders damaged during delivery.
Absolutely — our WhatsApp Chat is open daily for questions or booking plant care calls, and our Plant Care 101 guides include tips specific to your plants.
Select the "Make This a Gift?" option on the product page.

You can edit the name on our packaging, add giftwrapping and even include a personalized note.
Dubai: Order before 9pm for next-day delivery by 7pm. Same-day express (AED 49) on most plants: order before 9pm, delivered within 4 hours.
Abu Dhabi: Every 1–3 days
Sharjah and Ajman: Every 3–4 days
Al Ain: Every 5–7 days
Ras Al Khaimah and Umm Al Quwain: Every Saturday (order by 5pm Friday)
Fujairah, Khor Fakkan, Dibba and Kalba: Every Sunday (order by 5pm Saturday)

You will receive both WhatsApp and email updates when your order is out for delivery.
For more details, please read our full shipping policy here.
Apartments: Our delivery partner will leave it safely at your door.
Villas/Townhouses: We will not be able to leave your plant outside your door as the intense heat may shock/distress your plant.

If you know this is the case, please include alternative instructions (e.g. leaving your plant with a neighbor) in the checkout page and our drivers will deliver your order accordingly.
Yes — message us on Whatsapp to request a delivery date.
Yes — our 14-Day Plant Guarantee. If your plant arrives damaged or isn't thriving within 14 days, we replace it free or refund you. Changed your mind? Return within 14 days in the original pot and packaging (23 AED collection fee).
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