Family: Simaroubaceae
Genus: Castela (KAS-tel-uh) (Info)
Species: erecta (ee-RECK-tuh) (Info)
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Category:
Shrubs
Height:
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
Spacing:
Unknown - Tell us
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Danger:
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color:
Red
Bloom Time:
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Foliage:
Shiny/Glossy-Textured
Leathery-Textured
Other details:
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Soil pH requirements:
5.1 to 5.5 (strongly acidic)
Patent Information:
Unknown - Tell us
Propagation Methods:
Scarify seed before sowing
Seed Collecting:
Remove fleshy coating on seeds before storing
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
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