Industrial & Crops· Hevea brasiliensis
Rubber Growing Guide
Tropical tree tapped for natural rubber latex. Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam are top producers. 25-30 year productive tapping life. Essential for tire manufacturing and medical products.
How Long Does Rubber Take to Grow?
Rubber typically reaches its first harvest about 6 years after planting.
Growing Conditions
Soil Requirements
Soil Type & pH
Best soil types: laterite, deep loam, acidic clay
pH range: 4.5 - 6 (optimal: 5.3)
Drainage: good
Planting Guide
Yield & Economics
Common Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
- mites
- scale insects
- termites
Common Diseases
- South American leaf blight
- white root disease
- Corynespora leaf fall
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Growing Tips
Begin tapping at 6-7 years when trunk girth reaches 50 cm at 150 cm height
Half-spiral tapping every 2 days gives optimal yield without bark damage
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Rubber take to grow?
Rubber typically takes about 6 years from planting to first harvest. The best planting season is wet season.
What soil does Rubber need?
Rubber grows best in laterite, deep loam, acidic clay soil with a pH of 4.5-6. Good drainage is required.
What temperature does Rubber need?
Rubber grows best at 25-35°C. Frost tolerance: none. Heat tolerance: moderate.
What is the expected yield for Rubber?
Across 3 countries with grounded data, reported national yields for Rubber range from 380 to 2,280 kg dry rubber/hectare, with a median of 1,320. These are national statistics, not a best-case figure — an individual farm's yield depends on variety, climate, soil and management.
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