Be Still Tree (Rauvolfia tetraphylla)
Rauvolfia tetraphylla, the Be Still Tree, is a tropical shrub with white flowers and medicinal uses, often grown ornamentally.
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Sunlight
Prefers bright, indirect light.
Watering
Water when the top inch of soil is dry.
Soil
Well-draining potting mix.
Temperature
Ideal growing temperature is between 18-25°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers bright, indirect light.
Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Water when the top inch of soil is dry.
Avoid waterlogged soil.
Well-draining potting mix.
Ideal growing temperature is between 18-25°C.
Avoid temperatures below 10°C.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Reduce or stop feeding in fall and winter.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Medicinal, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1.5-3 m
Spread
1.5-3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Whorled, ovate to elliptic
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderGentianales
- familyApocynaceae
- genusRauvolfia
- speciesRauvolfia tetraphylla
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 7/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 7/5
Edible
No