Rubber Fig Plant - Ficus Elastica Difficulty_Modest A member of the Araliaceae

A member of the Araliaceae family of plants

Its foliage grows upward from the very top of the plant

This lovely plant is native to regions of Western Africa ranging from Sierra Leone to Cameroon

The rainforest is known for its beauty

Dracaena is a species of succulent from the Asparagaceae family and native Australia

Rubber Fig Plant - Ficus Elastica Difficulty_Modest A member of the AraliaceaeDescription: Ficus Elastica or rubber plant is a species belonging to the fig genus that is widely appreciated for its ornamental beauty. This plant is native to South Asia but has been naturalized in various locations ranging from Sri Lanka to the United States. Ficus Elastica is only moderately difficult to care for and makes a lovely addition to any collection.