Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Sapotaceae

Genus:

Diploknema

Species:

Diploknema butyracea

USDA Symbol:

AEBU2

Growth Characteristics

Height:

2000 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jan,feb,nov,dec

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, mammals

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:

native to subtropical regions with monsoon climate

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds are recalcitrant and lose viability quickly; should be sown fresh for best germination.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI