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Volkameria aculeata (Volkameria aculeata)

Volkameria aculeata is a thorny shrub native to the Americas, known for its fragrant white flowers and glossy leaves, often cultivated ornamentally.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile loam or sandy loam. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile loam or sandy loam. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range 18-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Reduce in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1.5-3 m

Spread

1.5-3 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Opposite, ovate to elliptic

Flower Size

2-3 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

65000

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Synonyms
Clerodendrum aculeatum (L.) Schltdl.
Clerodendrum duckei Moldenke
Clerodendrum ternifolium Kunth
Volkameria angustifolia Poir.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyLamiaceae
  • genusVolkameria
  • speciesVolkameria aculeata
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Additional Care Tips

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