Fagraea berteroana
Fagraea berteroana
Also known as: Ksid
- Native to:
- American Samoa, Australia, Bismarck Archipelago, Caroline Is., Cook Is., Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Gilbert Is., Guam, Marianas, Marquesas, Nauru, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Niue, Northern Mariana Islands, Palau, Samoa, Society Is., Solomon Is., Tonga, Tubuai Is., Vanuatu, Wallis-Futuna Is.
Forest and Kim Starr (www.flickr.com)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Gentianaceae
- Genus:
- Fagraea
- Species:
- Fagraea berteroana
- USDA Symbol:
- FABE3
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 1500 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep
- Bloom Colors:
- white, yellow
- Evergreen Shrub:
- Yes
- Landscaping Shrub:
- Yes
Wildlife Benefits
- Bees:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, bees
- Fragrant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- Prefers organic matter-rich environments
Propagation & Germination
Pre-treatment: Seeds from wet habitats do not require pre-treatment. However, the pulp should be completely removed from the seeds to prevent fungi and molds. Pre-treating seeds with fungicides can help prevent seed and seedling diseases.
Establishment: The plant is sensitive to high doses of fertilizer. Add the fertilizer when mixing the medium, do not apply as a top dressing to the surface after potting. For optimum germination, collect seeds that are mature or ripe.
Source: npn.rngr.net