Water
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering during the dormant period in cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in container plantings.
Also known as African-Sandalwood · Barwood · Shiny Camwood
Camwood (Baphia nitida) is a tropical West African tree yielding a valuable red dye from its wood, also used for medicinal purposes and timber.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct sun, but may scorch in intense afternoon sun.
Moderate to high
75% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-27°C. Protect from frost and cold drafts.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season. Avoid over-fertilizing.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering during the dormant period in cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in container plantings.
Prune to maintain shape and size, and to remove any dead or diseased branches. Light pruning can be done any time, but heavier pruning is best done after flowering. This promotes bushier growth.
Propagation is typically done from seeds, which require scarification or soaking before sowing. Cuttings can also be taken, but are often more difficult to root. Successful propagation requires warm, humid conditions.
Repot young plants annually or every two years to provide fresh soil and more space. Mature plants can be repotted less frequently. Use a well-draining potting mix and choose a pot slightly larger than the previous one.
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Where Camwood (Baphia nitida) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Baphia |
| Species | Baphia nitida |
Similar in genus Baphia
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