Tips to avoid Brown Leaves on Ficus Rubber Plant
Rubber Plants which are also known as Ficus Elastica are stunning plants plants that come in an abundant variety of colours and different varigation. These plants are native to India and South Asia. ( Opps, made mistake, they are not native to South America).
It can be frustrating situation when brown leaves occur, let's dive into some causes.
It's natural for older leaves to go brown as this is a natural cycle of leaves. A leaf will naturally go brown and fall off once it's performed its job of capturing and turning the sunlight into energy for the plant through a process called photosynthesis.
The lower leaves on the a plant tend to be the oldest leaves so they tend to become brown first. If you notice the young leaves especially at the top of the plant or multiple leaves going brown suddenly then this is a concern. Unfortunately once the leaf has gone brown it can't be reversed so best to do avoid this sad situation in the first place.
Brown edges on the leaves indicate the plant has been dry for far too long.
Can tell if there is Sun damage as the leaf tends to look Faded or slightly yellow in colour.
Multiple leaves go Black or brown patches all over the leaf not just the edges at once is a sure sure sign that overwatering has occurred. This leads to root rot and possible death of the plant. If a ficus is overwatered once in a while its a tough plant and probably will survive. If it's consistently overwatered this is a major problem.
Little brown spots on the leaves are caused by fungal disease. Ficus can be effected by a fungal disease called rust spots. This is often a situation where there is not enough air circulation. Using a fungalcide that kills the fungus and moving the plant to an air with air circulation will help.
Little brown spots that are slightly raised is a sign of scales which is a type of pest. Rubber Plants are suspectible to pest. Leave spots tend to occur more underneath the leaves and on the stems as they try to hide. When l see these pest l use cloth with some alcohol and go around scraping the leaves and stems to get rid of these scales. I repeat the treatment every week until they are gone. There are pesticides that contain petroleum but l dont tend to use these pesticides as l get disgusted with the funky smell of the pesticide and l don't want to hurt the environment by unintentionally killing beneficial insects like bees or lady bugs and if pesticides can burn the leaves if not used correctly.
Water impurities can cause crispy leaf browning especially on the tips of the leaves.
Sickly yellowy brown leaves is the reverse problem. That's more of indication of not enough nutrients.
Temperature changes can can cause brown leaves.
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Time Code
00:00 Introduction to Ficus Elastica Rubber Plant Tree
00:40 Browning on Tips of the Leaves
04:40 Browning all over the leaves especially multiple leaves suddenly
08:22 Lower leaves of the Ficus plant Browning
14:51 Faded Colouring or sorch patches on the Leaves
15:20 Sick yellow leaves that may also be small or deformed
18:14 Browish Red Spots on the Ficus Leaves
19:29 Brownish Red Spots that look raised
22:30 Brown leaves from Temperature changes
24:21 Humidity Issues?
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well on point. . .2 ruby leaves got browning edges, im suspecting due to rapid temperature changes (in austria)from 33c in october to 22 now (south facing apartment), pruning sheres , half moon indeed 🍀
@PlantNationMinh
8 ай бұрын
Hi Christina, thanks for your kind comment and glad the info helped and was on point. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
This is right on time. I’m propagating some cuttings from a neighbor. It’s doing well even growing new leaves. Thanks for sharing 😊
@PlantNationMinh
8 ай бұрын
Hi, Thank is awesome and thanks for watching the content! Happy Ficus Gardening❤️
What a great overview of information. Thanks very much!
@PlantNationMinh
8 ай бұрын
Hi Nadya, Thanks for your kind comment and glad the info was useful ! Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
I came here because my ficus got brown edges on the leaves, I know now, from underwatering (as I grow mostly succulents). The watering regime may be very different when you live in a dry climate ( low humidity) . The water is sucked out by the air rather than by the plant. It is a chalenge, to try and grow tropical plants in a dry climate. It is interesting to also have a hygrometer as well as a thermometer. Your talk was very well done, very comprehensive, shows you have a lot of experience. It was a pleasure to watch.
@PlantNationMinh
5 ай бұрын
Hi Tobewithyouhoo, Thank you so much for your kind comment and thank you for sharing your gardening advice and experience! I will definitely look into a hygrometer as well, l have never tried one before. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
What a great informative video! Thank you. Perfect timing as I’m about to start checking my plants for either repotting or new soil
@PlantNationMinh
4 ай бұрын
Hi Bobbim, Thank you very much for your kind comment ! Glad it was informative for growing your plants. Happy Gardening ❤️
great explanation. I was having issues with my ruby browning leaves.
@PlantNationMinh
25 күн бұрын
Hi Maricel, Thanks heaps for watching the content and your lovely comment. I'm so glad the content Waa helpful and was explained well. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
Thank you! Your video was super helpful. I’ve never had house plants and now have a ruby ficus and I’m learning how to care for her!
@PlantNationMinh
4 ай бұрын
Hi Jamie, Thanks for watching and your wonderful comment. I'm so happy the content is helpful to help her grow. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
@PlantNationMinh
4 ай бұрын
Hi Jamie, Thank you so much for watching and your lovely comment. I'm so happy the info will help you grow your beauty. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
Estou com esse problema na minha ficus elástica,amei as dicas 😍😍💚💚💐
@PlantNationMinh
8 ай бұрын
Hi Leticia, Thank you for your kind comment and enjoying the content. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
@leticiasantoshome
8 ай бұрын
@@PlantNationMinh thank you ! 🥰🥰💚💐
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@PlantNationMinh
7 ай бұрын
Thanks ❤️
What's a good plant that can adapt to temperature changes? Like next to a window ?
@PlantNationMinh
7 ай бұрын
Hi Great Question, I find cacti plants are very good for temperature changes yet they do require high light to keep the nice shape of the cacti. Happy Gardening ❤️
Very nice video. I have a ficus elastica that looks very healthy but I noticed some little small brown dots on the back of a few of the leaves but the leaves still look very healthy. Is there a reason why?
@PlantNationMinh
2 ай бұрын
Hi Rod, Great question! Small raised brown spots can be scales. Flat/ indented small brown spots count indicate fungus issues like rust spots. If the spots spread then it's definitely fungal issue and needs to be moved to area with better air circulation and a fungalcide. Thanks for watching and asking a question! Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
@Rodnyet
2 ай бұрын
@@PlantNationMinh thank you
How are they from India and South America??? Two different places girl
@PlantNationMinh
8 ай бұрын
Hi Arun, Opps meant to say India and South Asia. Thanks for picking up the mistake, guy. Happy Ficus Gardening! ❤️
How often should the leaves of a ficus ruby elastica be wiped?
@PlantNationMinh
6 ай бұрын
Hi , I do it once a month to keep the dust off the leaves and help prevent pest. Thanks for a great question and watching the content. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
@user-gz6me9ho6f
6 ай бұрын
@@PlantNationMinh I assume that you just use a damp cloth? What about misting the leaves with water?
@PlantNationMinh
6 ай бұрын
@user-gz6me9ho6f I use sensitive baby wipes or alcohol wipes which will help get rid of pest more then a damp cloth. I use to mist but found it does nothing for humidity and more likely to cause fungal disease on the leaves. Ficus don't need high humidity to thrive they are very adaptable plants. Happy Ficus Gardening ❤️
@Rodnyet
4 ай бұрын
Hi I believe I have those little spots under my leaves which you were referring too. What can I use to get rid of the fungus. Thanks