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Ochrosia oppositifolia (Ochrosia oppositifolia)

Ochrosia oppositifolia is a medium to large tree native to tropical Asia and the Pacific, known for its attractive foliage and occasional white 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. A mix of loam, sand, and compost is suitable.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature between 20-30°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect young plants from intense midday sun.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Reduce watering in cooler months.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. A mix of loam, sand, and compost is suitable.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature between 20-30°C.

Avoid temperatures below 15°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

Reduce feeding in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

10-25 m

Spread

5-10 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

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Synonyms
Calpicarpum oppositifolium (Lam.) Boiteau
Cerbera muricata Lam.
Cerbera oppositifolia Lam.
Cerbera parviflora G.Forst.
Cerbera platyspermos Gaertn.
Kopsia lamarckii G.Don ex DC.
Lactaria oppositifolia (Lam.) Kuntze
Neisosperma oppositifolium (Lam.) Fosberg & Sachet
Ochrosia commutata K.Schum.
Ochrosia cowleyi F.M.Bailey
Ochrosia parviflora (G.Forst.) Hensl.
Ochrosia platyspermos (Gaertn.) A.DC.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderGentianales
  • familyApocynaceae
  • genusOchrosia
  • speciesOchrosia oppositifolia

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