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Ficus 'Tineke' 12cm

Name: Ficus 'Tineke' 12cm
Brand: Greenleaf Garden Center
SKU: FicusTineke12cm
Price: 7.0 EUR
Availability: InStock

€8,50

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Tropical evergreen · Moraceae · Architectural foliage

Ficus elastica ‘Tineke’

It handles routine and loves the light ☀️

Family: Moraceae · Pot diameter: 12 cm · Height: 30–35 cm

Moraceae
Green–cream foliage
Pink new growth
Compact upright form
Bright indirect light

Ficus elastica ‘Tineke’ combines broad glossy leaves with cream margins, green centres and pink tones that show most strongly in new growth.

Its upright compact line and the species' steady behaviour make it practical for a bright room, without implying tolerance of darkness or standing water.

What makes it distinctive

Crisp cream margins, juvenile pink pigment and substantial gloss give ‘Tineke’ a classic yet contemporary balance.

Cream margins

Pale zones create a clean frame around several shades of green.

Pink in new growth

Anthocyanin pigment is often strongest in tender growth and softens as the leaf matures.

Substantial central axis

Leaves are arranged successively around an upright stem, adding colour without a large lateral spread.

Why you will love it: it delivers crisp cream-green variegation with the reliable upright character of a rubber fig.

In your space Placement & plant pairings Where it looks its best and which plants complement it

In your space

Where it looks its best

Give it a slim hoop or discreet trellis near a bright window and guide new stems loosely without tight ties. Natural wood, terracotta and dark ceramic emphasise its epiphytic character.

Plant pairings

Plants that set it off

Pair it with clean vertical lines and lower foliage so the crown keeps the main architectural role.

Dracaena marginata — fine linear leaves that offset the Ficus's substantial surface.
Monstera deliciosa — fenestrated architectural foliage for a tropical composition with different geometry.
Philodendron hederaceum — low trailing movement that softens the upright silhouette.

Care at a glance

Light

Abundant bright indirect light. Gentle morning sun only after gradual acclimation.

Water

Water when the top 3–5 cm dries, avoiding both permanent saturation and prolonged complete dryness.

Atmosphere

Keep at 18–27°C in a stable position with moderate humidity, away from cold draughts and radiators.

Pets

Not pet-safe. Ficus latex can irritate skin and mouth, while ingestion may cause gastrointestinal upset.

Selected for this plant

Substrate & nutrition

Suitable substrateSybasoil Ficus Premium Mix 5ltView product

Suitable nutritionOsmocote Exact Mini (3-4M) 500grView product

Detailed careComplete care guideLight, watering, humidity, substrate and nutrition in detail

A stable bright position

Provide abundant indirect light and turn the pot slightly each week. Abrupt moves from shade into strong sun cause stress and possible leaf drop.

Water at depth

Water once the top 3–5 cm dries, continuing until excess escapes through the holes. Empty the outer pot and wait for the upper layer to dry again.

Humidity and cleaning

Stable moderate humidity is enough. Wipe broad leaves with a soft damp cloth so they photosynthesise efficiently and pests are noticed early.

Temperature and change

Keep at 18–27°C away from cold draughts. Ficus responds to abrupt changes in position, light or watering, so alter only one factor at a time.

Substrate and pruning

Use a structurally stable, airy mix in a pot with drainage. Prune during active growth with a clean tool and gloves because the white latex is irritating.

Nutrition and repotting

Osmocote Exact Mini is a controlled-release feed designed for small pots. Apply it strictly at the label rate and do not combine it with frequent liquid feeding. If a new substrate is already enriched, wait until its initial nutrition has been used.

Botanical identityOrigin & taxonomic identityThe species, origin and cultivated selection

Accepted taxonomic identity

Ficus elastica is an accepted species in the Moraceae. ‘Tineke’ is a cultivated variegated selection maintained vegetatively, not a separate wild taxon.

Native range and growth habit

Ficus elastica is native from Nepal to western Yunnan and western Malesia, where it grows as a large tree of wet tropical forests.

The trade name identifies a stable clone

‘Tineke’ does not occur as a variegated wild population; it is cultivated clonally to retain its characteristic pattern. Detailed verifiable breeder history does not widely accompany the long-standing trade name.

Greenleaf for Plant NerdsScientific details nobody asked forBotanical detail for anyone who likes to look beyond the surface

White sap comes from laticifers

A network of specialised secretory cells carries latex through the tissues. This defence is also why pruning calls for gloves.

A fig is an enclosed inflorescence

A syconium is a hollow structure bearing many tiny flowers on its inner surface, not a simple fruit in the usual sense.

Each new leaf opens from a stipule

A protective stipule surrounds the tender new leaf and leaves a characteristic scar around the stem when it falls.

Variegation reduces photosynthetic area

Cream and pink tissues contain less functional chlorophyll than green areas. Variegated selections therefore need abundant indirect light but scorch more readily in harsh sun.

Frequently asked questions

Practical answers about behaviour, common signs and correct care for this plant.

01 Why do cream areas brown first?

They contain less chlorophyll and are more sensitive to hot sun, dryness and salts. Stabilise light, watering and restrained feeding before raising humidity.

02 When exactly should I water?

Check the top 3–5 cm and the pot's weight. Water when the upper layer is dry but the root ball is not bone dry, then drain fully.

03 Why is a new leaf not opening?

A dry root ball, cold draught or abrupt humidity drop can delay unfurling. Do not pull the leaf from its stipule; correct conditions steadily.

04 Why did leaves drop after a move?

A change in light, temperature or airflow can trigger temporary leaf drop. Stabilise the new position, avoid further changes and check the mix before watering.

05 Can I prune the growing tip?

Yes, during active growth to control height and encourage branching. Use a clean tool, wear gloves and wipe the milky sap carefully.

06 Is it safe around pets and young children?

Not for chewing or ingestion. The white latex can irritate skin, eyes and mouth, while swallowed material may cause drooling or gastrointestinal signs. Keep it out of reach and wear gloves when pruning.

Ficus 'Tineke' 12cm

Ficus 'Tineke' 12cm

What makes it distinctive

Cream margins

Pink in new growth

Substantial central axis

Where it looks its best

Plants that set it off

Care at a glance

Light

Water

Atmosphere

Pets

Substrate & nutrition

A stable bright position

Water at depth

Humidity and cleaning

Temperature and change

Substrate and pruning

Nutrition and repotting

Accepted taxonomic identity

Native range and growth habit

The trade name identifies a stable clone

White sap comes from laticifers

A fig is an enclosed inflorescence

Each new leaf opens from a stipule

Variegation reduces photosynthetic area

Frequently asked questions

Ficus 'Tineke' 12cm — Care & Tips

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We take care of the packaging!

With specially designed boxes, we ensure that the plants will reach you intact, no matter what they encounter on the way!

All plants in 3L pots or larger are placed in individual boxes that secure the plant at the base of the pot, preventing it from tipping over.

The cardboard used for the boxes is specially made to provide resistance to potential impacts during transport.

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