Description
Origin
The Ficus elastica ‘Abidjan’ originates from the tropical areas of Southeast Asia. This plant species originally comes from India, Malaysia, and Indonesia. Here, the plant grows wild in the humid tropical forests. The Ficus elastica ‘Abidjan’ is currently cultivated worldwide as a houseplant.
Characteristics
The Ficus elastica ‘Abidjan’ has large, glossy leaves that are a rich, dark red to almost black color. This color gives the plant a unique and striking appearance. This type of plant can, in the right conditions, reach a height of two to three meters. The Ficus elastica ‘Abidjan’ develops as a robust and vigorous plant that can grow quickly.
Care
The Ficus elastica ‘Abidjan’ needs plenty of indirect sunlight to grow well. It is important to keep the soil moist, but too much water can cause root rot. As it is a tropical plant, it is recommended to maintain high air humidity, for example by regular spraying. During the winter months, it is advisable to reduce watering.
