Large Brown Areas on Leaves of Rubber Tree

Question

What am I doing wrong that my rubber tree has large brown areas on some of its leaves?

Answer 1

There could be several reasons for this and it's often difficult to pinpoint the precise cause. Brown, dead spots on leaves are usually scorching, a sign that your plant is getting too much light. If this is not the case, look towards watering. Brown spots can also be due to a lack of watering. Fungus can be a cause as well, but this is more prevalent in overly moist plants.

Here is an article on caring for rubber tree plants that you may find helpful: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/rubber-tree/how-to-care-for-a-rubber-tree-plant.htm