governors-plum (Flacourtia indica)
Flacourtia indica, or Governor's Plum, is a tropical shrub or small tree. It is known for its edible, tart-sweet, red to dark purple fruits and adaptability to various so
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Moderate, drought-tolerant once established.
Soil
Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types.
Temperature
Warm, tropical to subtropical conditions.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low to moderate.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade.
Prefers full sun for best fruiting.
Moderate, drought-tolerant once established.
Regular for young plants, less for mature.
Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types.
Warm, tropical to subtropical conditions.
Sensitive to frost.
Outdoor
Low to moderate.
Balanced fertilizer once or twice a year.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree
Plant Category
Fruit, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
2-10 m
Spread
2-6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Evergreen
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMalpighiales
- familySalicaceae
- genusFlacourtia
- speciesFlacourtia indica
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
The fruits are edible and widely consumed. No significant toxicity is reported for the plant, though seeds are generally not eaten.