Ficus Tineke

Creamy white, soft green, and blush-pink variegation on a bold rubber plant that brings tropical color and structure to any bright space.

Ficus Tineke (Ficus elastica 'Tineke') is a variegated rubber plant with some of the most striking foliage in the houseplant world. Each large, glossy leaf is a canvas of cream, soft green, and blush-pink tones that look almost hand-painted. It grows in a clean, upright habit that adds height and structure without taking up much floor space — the ideal statement plant for a bright living room, office, or bedroom corner. In warm, humid climates it can also be grown outdoors year-round, where it develops into a lush, multi-stemmed tropical specimen.

What I love about it

Ficus Tineke is the rubber plant for people who want more than just green. The variegation is genuinely beautiful — the cream and pink tones are soft and warm, not garish, and they complement virtually any interior palette. It's more forgiving than a Fiddle Leaf Fig, handles occasional missed waterings without drama, and grows steadily with bright indirect light. The large, glossy leaves are easy to wipe clean and stay looking polished. If you want a bold, colorful statement plant that doesn't require constant attention, this is it.

Plant Care Tips

• ☀️ Light: Bright indirect light — best variegation in bright conditions; avoid harsh direct sun
• 💧 Water: Allow top 2 inches of soil to dry between waterings; avoid overwatering
• 💧 Humidity: Moderate to high; mist occasionally or use a pebble tray
• 🪴 Difficulty: Easy — more forgiving than many ficus varieties
• 🐾 Pet Safety: Toxic to cats and dogs — keep out of reach
• 🌡️ Temperature: Keep above 60°F; avoid cold drafts

Plant Specs

• Mature Size: 3–6 ft indoors; up to 30 ft outdoors in tropical climates
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Foliage: Cream, soft green, and blush-pink variegation; large glossy leaves
• Growing Zone: 10–12 outdoors; houseplant in all zones