ornamentalFamily: MoraceaeGenus: Ficus

Cultivar

Ficus Elastica 'Schrijveriana'

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This rubber plant variety stands out for its bold, wide leaves featuring a unique marbled pattern of deep green, chartreuse, and creamy yellow splashes. As a robust tropical foliage plant, it makes a handsome structural addition to well-lit indoor environments. Its upright, architectural habit develops over time, creating a sophisticated display for home or office settings.

Ficus elastica 'Schrijveriana' is a striking rubber plant cultivar known for its beautiful mottled, variegated foliage that brings a tropical touch to indoor spaces.

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Repotting / Start Growing

Begin with a starter plant and establish it in a larger pot using quality potting soil with beneficials and fertilizer.

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Plant Profile

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Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.

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Sun

Bright, indirect light; avoid harsh, direct midday sun which may scorch the variegated foliage.

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Water

Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.

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Mature size

Up to 6-10 feet tall in optimal indoor conditions, with a spread of 2-4 feet.

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Hardiness

10-12 (typically grown indoors in lower zones)

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Growth habit

Upright, architectural woody shrub.

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Plant type

tropical foliage plant

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Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.

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Growing note

Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations which can cause leaf drop. Wipe leaves periodically with a damp cloth to keep them clean and photosynthetic efficiency high.

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Climate note

Prefers consistently warm temperatures between 65ยฐF and 80ยฐF.

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Flower / fruit

Rarely flowers or fruits when grown as an indoor houseplant.

Growing & Care

Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.

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Sun / light

Bright, indirect light; avoid harsh, direct midday sun which may scorch the variegated foliage.

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Growth rate

Moderate.

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Fertilizer

Apply a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer once a month during the active growing season (spring and summer).

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Pruning

Prune in early spring if you wish to control height or encourage a bushier, branched habit.

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Care notes

Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations which can cause leaf drop. Wipe leaves periodically with a damp cloth to keep them clean and photosynthetic efficiency high.

Size & Habit

How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.

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Mature size

Up to 6-10 feet tall in optimal indoor conditions, with a spread of 2-4 feet.

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Growth habit

Upright, architectural woody shrub.

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Spacing

2-3 feet apart for larger displays.

Flower / Fruit

Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.

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Flowering / fruiting

Rarely flowers or fruits when grown as an indoor houseplant.

Climate & Hardiness

Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.

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Hardiness zones

10-12 (typically grown indoors in lower zones)

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Temperature

Prefers consistently warm temperatures between 65ยฐF and 80ยฐF.

Soil & Water

Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.

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Watering

Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.

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Soil

Well-draining, high-quality peat-based or coco-coir potting mix with added perlite.

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Soil pH

6.0-7.0

More Plant Data

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Container Growing

Excellent for container growing; ensure the pot has drainage holes. Repot every 1-2 years as the plant outgrows its container.

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Family

Moraceae

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Foliage Look

Large, leathery, glossy, marbled variegation of cream and dark green.

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Foliage Rules

Leaves must exhibit the characteristic chaotic, marbled variegation of green and cream; avoid solid green or plain variegated patterns.

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Fruit Flower Look

Not applicable; ornamental focus is entirely on the foliage.

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Fruit Flower Rules

Do not depict fruit or flowers on starter-stage plants, as this is biologically inaccurate for this cultivar indoors.

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Growth Habit Rules

Maintain an upright, single-stemmed appearance in early stages, with lateral branching occurring primarily after pruning.

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Mature Plant Look

An imposing, architectural plant with a strong upright central stem and dense, variegated foliage.

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Mature Stage Morphology

Sturdy woody stem with alternate, thick, leathery, elliptic leaves featuring distinct marble-like variegation.

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Morphology Rules

Maintain the bold, rubbery leaf texture typical of Ficus elastica while ensuring the specific variegated pattern is the focal point.

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Plant Faqs

How much light does a Ficus 'Schrijveriana' need? It thrives in bright, indirect light to maintain its vibrant leaf variegation. Will the variegation stay consistent? Yes, with proper light, the marbled pattern will persist on new growth. Can I keep this plant small? Yes, regular pruning can easily control the mature height of your Ficus.

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Root Look

Healthy white fibrous roots extending throughout a well-formed plug.

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Soil Look

Dark, rich, moist, well-draining peat-based potting soil.

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Starter Stage

Small, upright plug with 2-4 developing leaves.

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Starter Stage Morphology

Leaves display characteristic variegation even in the juvenile stage, though patterns may intensify with maturity.

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Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Ficus elastica Schrijveriana. This is Ficus elastica Schrijveriana, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Ficus elastica Schrijveriana become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future indoor tropical display you want to create. This variety is defined by its striking marbled foliage, showcasing a beautiful blend of deep greens and creamy highlights that bring a sophisticated presence to any room. Establish your starter by repotting into a four-inch pot with a quality, well-draining potting mix, then move to a larger final container when the plant is established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.

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Youtube Video Summary

The Ficus elastica 'Schrijveriana' is a prized rubber plant selection favored for its unique and highly decorative variegated leaves. It serves as an exceptional architectural plant for indoor tropical collections and well-lit living spaces.

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