Singapore Holly (Malpighia coccigera)
Malpighia coccigera, Singapore Holly, is a small evergreen shrub with glossy, holly-like leaves, small pink flowers, and red berries. Grown ornamentally.
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Sunlight
Prefers bright, indirect light.
Watering
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
Soil
Well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and loam. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is preferred.
Temperature
Ideal growing temperature is between 18-24 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers bright, indirect light.
Avoid intense afternoon sun.
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.
Reduce watering in winter.
Well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and loam. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is preferred.
Ideal growing temperature is between 18-24 °C.
Avoid temperatures below 10 °C.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Do not fertilize in fall and winter.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Pot, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.2 m
Spread
0.9-1.5 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
50000
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMalpighiales
- familyMalpighiaceae
- genusMalpighia
- speciesMalpighia coccigera
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No