— Jeff J. A: Your plant, which has the botanical name Ficus elastica, has several common names, including rubber tree, Indian rubber plant and rubber fig.

These bridges, which are not only functional but also an essential component of the local ecology, are "grown" over decades utilising the aerial roots of the Ficus elastica (Indian rubber tree ...

A giant Indian rubber tree at Jardine's Lookout in Mid-Levels has been cut down after government officials said its 'critical structural weaknesses' might threaten the safety of local residents.