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Nauclea latifolia (Nauclea latifolia)

Nauclea latifolia, an African pinwheel, is a small to medium tree or shrub native to tropical Africa, featuring glossy leaves and fragrant, star-shaped flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

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

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Reduce watering in cooler months.

Soil

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

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range is 18-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Apply every 4-6 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Foliage

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

5-15 m

Spread

3-6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Cephalina esculenta (Afzel. ex Sabine) Schumach. & Thonn.
Nauclea esculenta (Afzel. ex Sabine) Merr.
Sarcocephalus esculentus Afzel. ex Sabine
Sarcocephalus latifolius (Sm.) E.A.Bruce
Sarcocephalus russeggeri Kotschy ex Schweinf.
Sarcocephalus sambucinus K.Schum.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderGentianales
  • familyRubiaceae
  • genusNauclea
  • speciesNauclea latifolia
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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