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Voa Vanga (Vangueria madagascariensis)

Voa Vanga (Vangueria madagascariensis) is a small, fast-growing tree or shrub native to Africa, producing edible, plum-like fruit and attractive, fragrant flowers.

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Sunlight

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate to Warm

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Moderate

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Prefers bright light for best flowering and fruiting, but tolerates some shade.

Watering

Moderate

Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Moderate to Warm

Thrives in temperatures between 18-27°C. Can tolerate cooler temps in winter (down to 10°C) if dry.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Moderate

Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer during growing season; none in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Plant Category

Fruit, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

3-10 m

Spread

3-6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

small

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderGentianales
  • familyRubiaceae
  • genusVangueria
  • speciesVangueria madagascariensis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

Yes

Non-toxic

Additional Care Tips

FAQs