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Ziziphus Oenoplia (Ziziphus oenopolia)

Ziziphus oenopolia is a thorny shrub or small tree native to Southeast Asia and Australia, known for its edible fruits and medicinal uses.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun for best fruiting, tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy soils, but avoids waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures, avoid frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun for best fruiting, tolerates partial shade.

At least 6 hours of direct sun

Water

Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Reduce in winter

Soil

Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy soils, but avoids waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures, avoid frost.

Ideal 20-30°C

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Avoid over-fertilizing

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub, Tree

Plant Category

Fruit, Medicinal

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

3-8 m

Spread

2-4 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5 cm

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Synonyms
Hovenia inaequalis DC.
Rhamnus oenopolia L.
Ziziphus albens Roxb.
Ziziphus celtidifolia DC.
Ziziphus oligantha Merr. & L.M.Perry
Ziziphus rufula Miq.
Ziziphus scandens Roxb.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRosales
  • familyRhamnaceae
  • genusZiziphus
  • speciesZiziphus oenopolia
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

Yes

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