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Orange-Milk Tree (Harungana madagascariensis)

Harungana madagascariensis, the Orange-Milk Tree, is a fast-growing evergreen shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa and Madagascar, known for its bright orange sap and medicinal uses.

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Sunlight

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Adaptable to various soil types, including sandy and loamy soils.

Temperature

Warm

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Light

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Prefers bright light, tolerates some shade.

Water

Moderate

Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Adaptable to various soil types, including sandy and loamy soils.

Temperature

Warm

Ideal range 18-25°C, avoid frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Light

Feed during growing season, reduce in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub, Tree

Plant Category

Medicinal, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

3-10 m

Spread

2-5 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Haemocarpus paniculatus (Pers.) Spreng.
Haronga madagascariensis (Lam. ex Poir.) Choisy
Haronga ovata Thouars
Haronga paniculata (Pers.) Lodd. ex Steud.
Haronga pubescens (Poir.) Steud.
Harungana paniculata Pers.
Harungana pubescens Poir.
Harungana robynsii Spirlet
Psorospermum leonense Turcz.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalpighiales
  • familyHypericaceae
  • genusHarungana
  • speciesHarungana madagascariensis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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