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Yauco (Cordia gerascanthus)

Yauco (Cordia gerascanthus) is a fast-growing tropical tree valued for its attractive foliage, fragrant flowers, and durable timber.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Tolerant of various soil types but thrives in well-drained, fertile loam.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 20-30°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Best flowering and growth in sunny locations.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

More water needed during active growth and dry spells.

Soil

Tolerant of various soil types but thrives in well-drained, fertile loam.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 20-30°C.

Protect from frost; not cold-hardy.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Reduce or stop feeding in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

10-15 m

Spread

5-8 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Cerdana gerascanthus (L.) Moldenke
Cordia bracteata A.DC.
Cordia geraschanthoides Kunth
Cordia langlassei Loes.
Cordia rothschuhii Loes.
Gerascanthus gerascanthoides (Kunth) Borhidi
Gerascanthus lanceolatus J.Presl
Gerascanthus vulgaris Mart.
Lithocardium bracteatum (A.DC.) Kuntze
Lithocardium gerascanthodes (Kunth) Kuntze
Lithocardium gerascanthus (L.) Kuntze
Purkinjia nodosa C.Presl
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderBoraginales
  • familyBoraginaceae
  • genusCordia
  • speciesCordia gerascanthus
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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