Water
Water deeply when the top 5-10 cm of soil feels dry. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during cooler, dormant periods to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions.
Balanites Wilsonianus is a spiny, thorny shrub or small tree native to eastern Africa, known for its edible fruit and medicinal uses.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect young plants from intense midday sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce in cooler months.
Well-drained, Sandy, Loamy
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in warm to hot climates. Protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during growing season; none in dormancy.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water deeply when the top 5-10 cm of soil feels dry. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during cooler, dormant periods to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions.
Prune lightly to shape the plant or remove dead or crossing branches. This is best done after flowering.
Avoid heavy pruning, as Balanites wilsoniana typically has a natural, attractive form and excessive cutting can stress the plant.
Propagation is primarily through seeds, which require scarification and soaking before sowing. Germination can be slow and erratic.
Young plants are also sometimes propagated from cuttings, but this is less common and more challenging to establish successfully.
Repot young plants every 1-2 years into slightly larger containers, preferably in spring. Mature plants are slow-growing and may only need repotting every 3-5 years or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Photos of Balanites Wilsonianus (Balanites wilsoniana)
Where Balanites Wilsonianus (Balanites wilsoniana) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Zygophyllales |
| Family | Zygophyllaceae |
| Genus | Balanites |
| Species | Balanites wilsoniana |
Similar in genus Balanites
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