Ficus elastica ‘Burgundy’

Elastic fig

This plant, grown for its foliage, has burgundy-black glazed leaves with a reddish central vein. The elliptical to oblong leaves can reach 20 to 30 cm in length and 12 to 15 cm in width. The expected first-year height of this plant is 60 to 70 cm, with a spread of 30 to 40 cm. The species tolerates dry environmental conditions but performs better in humid conditions. Best known.