"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." The rubber tree plant, which is also known as ficus elastica, is native to Southeast Asia, Indonesia ...

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My rubber plant is one of my favorite houseplants in my collection. These fabulous plants grow on a tall stem that resembles a trunk, with leathery panels of foliage pointing outwards. They can remain ...