Fagraea berteroana
Fagraea berteroana
Also known as: Ksid
- Native to:
- Australia, Bismarck Archipelago, Caroline Is., Cook Is., Fiji, Gilbert Is., Guam, Marianas, Marquesas, Nauru, New Caledonia, New Guinea, Niue, 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:
- 2000 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- jan,feb,mar,apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep,oct,nov,dec
- Bloom Colors:
- white, cream, yellow
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, bats
- Salt Tolerant:
- Yes
- 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