Fiddle-leaf Fig vs India Rubber Tree
Ficus lyrata vs Ficus elastica
Both in the Ficus genus — closely related, similar care.
Which should you pick?
India Rubber Tree is easier to care for than Fiddle-leaf Fig.
India Rubber Tree tolerates lower light; Fiddle-leaf Fig needs brighter conditions.
4 of 10 attributes differ (highlighted below).
Side by side
| Fiddle-leaf Fig | India Rubber Tree | |
|---|---|---|
| Pet safety | Toxic to pets | Toxic to pets |
| Light | Bright indirect – Direct sun | Medium / part shade – Bright indirect |
| Water | Let the top inch dry | Let the top inch dry |
| Humidity | Average household | Average household |
| Temperature | 18°C – 24°C · 64°F – 75°F | 16°C – 27°C · 61°F – 81°F |
| Difficulty | Difficult | Easy |
| Soil | Standard potting mix | Standard potting mix |
| Fertilizing | Monthly, growing season | Monthly, growing season |
| Mature height (indoor) | 1.8–3 m | 1.5–3 m |
| Growth rate | Moderate | Moderate |
