HIGHLIGHTS
- Popularly used as – Geiger tree, Orange Geiger
- Flower – Orange
- Edible – edible fruit, which is eaten locally.
- Growth – Fast growth rate
- Uses – Unripe fruit are emetic
PLANTING & CARE
- Temperature – Prefers temperature 30 to 40 degrees F
- Water – Newly planted–The roots are very susceptible to rot; therefore watering should be done only when needed.
- Light – Cordia Sebestena needs to be grown in full sun. It grows well in places where the soil is not a problem.
- Fertilizer – Do not fertilize until 6 months after planting.
- Pruning – The plant needs pruning to develop a strong structure. However you need to wait for a year, after planting, before pruning.No special care is require for the plant.
SPECIFICATION
- Plant -Cordia, Scarlet cordia
- Flower colour – white
- Height – 40 to 50 cm / 1.5 feet
- Pot size – 4 – 6 inches upper diameter
- Weight – 2-3 Kgs
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.