Baby Rubber Tree

Bright to moderate indirect light is ideal. It tolerates lower light levels without serious complaint, though growth slows and spacing between leaves increases in dim conditions. Avoid direct afternoon sun, which can fade the glossy leaves.

Average household humidity works fine. It enjoys higher humidity in summer but does not require a humidifier to thrive.

Light, well-draining, slightly acidic soil (standard peat-based potting mix is naturally slightly acidic, pH 5.5-6.5, which is perfect) with plenty of organic matter. A standard potting mix blended with perlite or an orchid bark mix both work well. Root rot from poorly drained soil is the main thing to avoid.

Root rot from overwatering is the most frequent issue. Pests include mealybugs, spider mites, and whitefly. Yellowing leaves usually mean too much water; sparse, stretched growth usually means too little light.