Latin name: Ficus elastica ‘Shivereana Moonshine’ 🌕
Common name: Rubber Plant ‘Shivereana Moonshine’
Origin: Southeast Asia (India, Malaysia, and Indonesia) — a rare variegated cultivar of the classic rubber tree.
Standout traits: Stunning pale green to cream leaves splashed with lime and mint tones, often mottled with soft coral or peach specks when young. Upright growth with a sculptural, glossy appearance that brightens modern interiors.
FLOWER DETAILS
Like most Ficus elastica cultivars, it rarely flowers indoors. When it does, the bloom is a small, inconspicuous syconium (fig-like structure) hidden within the foliage. The main attraction is always the foliage — luminous, waxy, and artfully variegated.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
☀️ Light: Bright, indirect light is ideal; can tolerate gentle morning sun. Avoid low-light corners to preserve variegation.
💧 Water: Let the top 3–4 cm of soil dry before watering again; overwatering may cause leaf drop.
🌡️ Humidity: Moderate (40–60%); mist lightly or use a pebble tray during dry seasons.
🪴 Soil: Rich, fast-draining mix (loam + perlite + pine bark).
🏺 Potting: Repot every 1–2 years in spring; choose a sturdy pot to support upright growth.
🌱 Growth rate: Moderate to fast (8–12 cm / 6 months).
🐾 Pet friendly: No.
WHY YOU WILL LOVE IT?
A luminous, elegant accent for minimal or contemporary interiors.
Brings a clean, architectural silhouette without needing constant pruning.
Air-purifying and resilient once established.
A statement plant our team adores for its creamy glow under natural daylight.
AT ORANGE’S HOME
Our ‘Shivereana Moonshine’ stands near a bright east-facing window where the morning sun enhances its subtle mint-and-cream tones. We turn the pot monthly to balance growth and wipe the leaves gently to keep their shine. It’s our favorite plant to pair with neutral decor and warm wooden textures.