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Obeche (Triplochiton scleroxylon)

Obeche (Triplochiton scleroxylon) is a large tropical hardwood tree native to West Africa, known for its fast growth and lightweight timber.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Tolerant of a range of soils but prefers well-drained, fertile loamy soils. Avoid waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Requires warm temperatures year-round.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Young trees may need protection from intense midday sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water deeply when topsoil is dry.

Soil

Tolerant of a range of soils but prefers well-drained, fertile loamy soils. Avoid waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Requires warm temperatures year-round.

Ideal range is 20-30°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

30-45 m

Spread

10-15 m

Growth Rate

Very fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

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Synonyms
Samba scleroxylon (K.Schum.) Roberty
Triplochiton johnsonii C.H.Wright
Triplochiton nigericum Sprague
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalvales
  • familyMalvaceae
  • genusTriplochiton
  • speciesTriplochiton scleroxylon
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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