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Heisteria ovata (Heisteria ovata)

Heisteria ovata is a species of flowering plant in the Olacaceae family, native to tropical America. It is a tree.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect young plants from intense direct sun.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Adaptable to various soil types but prefers loamy or sandy soils.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 20-30°C. Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilization.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect young plants from intense direct sun.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Adaptable to various soil types but prefers loamy or sandy soils.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 20-30°C. Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilization.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

8-15 m

Spread

3-6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

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Synonyms
Heisteria crassifolia Mart. ex Engl.
Heisteria flexuosa Engl.
Heisteria krukovii A.C.Sm.
Heisteria micrantha Huber
Heisteria rubricalyx S.Moore
Heisteria subsessilis Benth.
Heisteria surinamensis Amshoff
Heisteria vageleri Burret
Rhaptostylum flexuosum (Engl.) Kuntze
Rhaptostylum ovatum (Benth.) Kuntze
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSantalales
  • familyOlacaceae
  • genusHeisteria
  • speciesHeisteria ovata
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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