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How long can a carefully tapped rubber tree remain productive?
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A carefully tapped rubber tree (Hevea brasiliensis) can remain productive for more than 20 years.1
Production typically begins when the tree reaches 5 or 6 years of age. To maintain this productivity, the trees are tapped approximately once every two days, and they are often rested for a period following heavy tapping.1