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Tala (Celtis tala)

Celtis tala, the Tala tree, is a deciduous South American native known for its thorny branches and edible fruit.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Moderate watering, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures, ideal range is 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Water

Moderate watering, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures, ideal range is 15-25°C.

Tolerates some frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Fruit, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

5-15 m

Spread

3-6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5 cm

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Synonyms
Celtis cinerea Torr.
Celtis sellowiana Miq.
Celtis weddelliana (Planch.) Romanczuk
Momisia integrifolia Wedd.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRosales
  • familyCannabaceae
  • genusCeltis
  • speciesCeltis tala
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

Yes

Additional Care Tips

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