rubber tree

noun

: a tree that yields rubber
especially : a South American tree (Hevea brasiliensis) of the spurge family that is cultivated in plantations and is a chief source of rubber

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These include monstera, pothos, string of pearls, rubber trees, and philodendrons. — Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 8 June 2026 Ficus plants, such as fiddle-leaf figs, rubber trees, and weeping figs, are among the most popular houseplants. — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2026 For larger, sturdier plants such as rubber trees or monstera, use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with lukewarm water. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026 The brand’s sneaker soles are made from a rubber blend that includes natural latex, a renewable resource extracted from the rubber tree. — Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for rubber tree

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First Known Use

1847, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of rubber tree was in 1847

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rubber tree

noun
: a tree that produces rubber
especially : a South American tree that is often grown on plantations as a commercial source of rubber

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