Nikki Fideldy

Decora Rubber Plant

 

Decora is an evergreen shrub or tree native to India and Malaya. Leaves are 8 to 12 inches long and 4 to 6 inches wide, thick, glossy and leathery, and dark green in color. This variety is considered superior to the species because of its broader leaves and glossier appearance. The leaves are bronzy when young. Excellent outdoor plant in frost-free areas. Wonderful houseplant in average lighting  and extremely easy to grow.

Decora Rubber Plant

 

Plant Family: Moraceae
Plant Botanical Name: Ficus elastic ‘Decora’

 

Plant

Characteristics

Cultivar: Decora

Family: Moraceae

Size: Height: 100 ft. to 200 ft.

       Width: 70 ft. to 200 ft


Plant Category: edibles, fruits, houseplants, shrubs, trees

Plant Characteristics: low maintenance

Foliage Characteristics: evergreen

Foliage Color: dark green, red to burgundy

Requirements

Bloomtime Range: not applicable

USDA Hardiness Zone: 10 to 11

Light Range: Part shade to full sun

Soil Range: Some Sand to Clay Loam

Water Range: Normal to Moist

 

full size plant

 

 

 

Native to: E. Himalayas, Assam, Burma, Malay & Java.

Growth habit:
A woody upright bush or tree to 8' in height and 5' in width.

Flowers:
No 

Temps:
Normal indoor temps. Protect from cold drafts.

Humidity:
Not critical.

Pests: Not effected by many pests. Occasionally the plant may contract mealy bug or scale. 

 

 

Pictures found at:

www.gardenweb.com

www.plantoftheweek.org

www.blogginghouseplants.com

Information found at:

www.davesgarden.com

www.gardenseeker.com