Lagunaria Patersonii (Lagunaria patersonia)
Lagunaria patersonia, a flowering tree native to Australia, is known for its attractive pink flowers and fuzzy seed pods. It is also called the pyramid tree.
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.
Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures, tolerates mild frost.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed during growing season with balanced fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade.
Protect young plants from intense midday sun.
Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Reduce in winter.
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.
Prefers warm temperatures, tolerates mild frost.
Ideal range 15-25°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed during growing season with balanced fertilizer.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
8-15 m
Spread
4-8 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
5-7 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMalvales
- familyMalvaceae
- genusLagunaria
- speciesLagunaria patersonia
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Edible
No