Chilean Firebush (Embothrium coccineum)
Embothrium coccineum, the Chilean Firebush, is an evergreen shrub or small tree from Chile and Argentina, famed for its brilliant scarlet flowers.
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Moderate, consistent moisture preferred.
Soil
Requires well-drained, acidic to neutral soil. Prefers humus-rich loam.
Temperature
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade.
Prefers sun but benefits from afternoon shade in hot climates.
Moderate, consistent moisture preferred.
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Requires well-drained, acidic to neutral soil. Prefers humus-rich loam.
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.
Ideal growing range is 10-20°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
3-8 m
Spread
1.5-3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Size
3-4 cm
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderProteales
- familyProteaceae
- genusEmbothrium
- speciesEmbothrium coccineum
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No