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Bastardcedar (Guazuma ulmifolia)

Bastardcedar (Guazuma ulmifolia) is a fast-growing tropical tree native to the Americas, known for its attractive foliage and historical uses.

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Warm

Fertilizer

Moderate

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun

Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Watering

Moderate

Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Warm

Thrives in temperatures between 20-30°C. Protect from frost.

Fertilizer

Moderate

Feed during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Ornamental, Fruit

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

6-12 m

Spread

3-6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.8-1 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Bubroma guasuma Willd.
Bubroma polybotryum (Cav.) Willd.
Bubroma tomentosum (Kunth) Spreng.
Bubroma ulmifolia (Lam.) Oken
Diuroglossum rufescens Turcz.
Guazuma blumei G.Don
Guazuma bubroma Tussac
Guazuma coriacea Rusby
Guazuma polybotrya Cav.
Guazuma tomentosa Kunth
Guazuma utilis Poepp.
Theobroma celtifolium Salisb.
Theobroma guazuma L.
Theobroma tomentosum (Kunth) M.Gómez
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalvales
  • familyMalvaceae
  • genusGuazuma
  • speciesGuazuma ulmifolia
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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