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Gevuina (Gevuina avellana)

Gevuina avellana, also known as Chilean Hazel, is a large evergreen shrub or small tree native to southern Chile and Argentina.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Prefers well-draining, fertile, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Prefers mild temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Prefers well-draining, fertile, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Prefers mild temperatures.

Ideal range 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Use balanced liquid fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub, Tree

Plant Category

Ornamental, Fruit

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

5-15 m

Spread

3-5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound, Pinnate

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

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Synonyms
Quadria avellana (Molina) C.F.Gaertn.
Quadria heterophylla Ruiz & Pav.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderProteales
  • familyProteaceae
  • genusGevuina
  • speciesGevuina avellana
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

Yes

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