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Maclura tricuspidata (Maclura tricuspidata)

Che (Maclura tricuspidata) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to East Asia, known for its edible fruit and attractive foliage. It features glossy, ovate leaves and produces small, fig-like fruits.

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Sunlight

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers fertile loam but tolerates a range of soil types, including clay and sandy soils.

Temperature

Mild to Warm

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Light

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Partial Shade

At least 6 hours of direct sun for best fruiting.

Water

Moderate

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers fertile loam but tolerates a range of soil types, including clay and sandy soils.

Temperature

Mild to Warm

Ideal growing range is 15-25°C; tolerates cooler winters.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Light

Balanced fertilizer in spring, avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub, Tree

Plant Category

Fruit, Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

3-6 m

Spread

2-4 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

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Synonyms
Cudrania tricuspidata (Carrière) Bureau ex Lavallée
Cudrania triloba Hance
Morus integrifolia H.Lév. & Vaniot
Vanieria tricuspidata (Carrière) Hu
Vanieria triloba (Hance) Satake
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRosales
  • familyMoraceae
  • genusMaclura
  • speciesMaclura tricuspidata
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

Yes

Additional Care Tips

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