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Javanese Bishopwood (Bischofia javanica)

Bischofia javanica, Javanese Bishopwood, is a large, fast-growing evergreen tree native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands, often used for timber and shade.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Adaptable to a wide range of soil types, but prefers well-drained, fertile loamy soils.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Afternoon shade beneficial in very hot climates.

Water

Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.

Reduce watering in cooler months.

Soil

Adaptable to a wide range of soil types, but prefers well-drained, fertile loamy soils.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range 18-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Reduce feeding in autumn and winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Fruit

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

15-30 m

Spread

10-15 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

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Synonyms
Andrachne trifoliata Roxb.
Bischofia leptopoda Müll.Arg.
Bischofia oblongifolia Decne.
Bischofia roeperiana Decne.
Bischofia toui Decne.
Bischofia trifoliata (Roxb.) Hook.
Microelus roeperianus (Decne.) Wight & Arn.
Phyllanthus gymnanthus Baill.
Stylodiscus trifoliatus (Roxb.) Benn.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalpighiales
  • familyPhyllanthaceae
  • genusBischofia
  • speciesBischofia javanica
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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