Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent waterlogging. Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot.
Overwatering is more detrimental than occasional underwatering for this species.
Also known as Bastard-Cedar · Gunstock · Mutamba
Bastardcedar (Guazuma ulmifolia) is a fast-growing tropical tree with ornamental value and medicinal uses, adaptable to various soils.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best growth and flowering. Tolerates partial shade but may become leggy.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in warm temperatures, ideally between 18-25°C. Protect from frost; can tolerate brief cooler periods.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent waterlogging. Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot.
Overwatering is more detrimental than occasional underwatering for this species.
Prune to shape the plant and maintain desired size. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches anytime. Light pruning can be done in spring to encourage bushier growth.
Heavy pruning is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Easily propagated from seeds, which germinate readily after soaking. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood in summer and rooted in moist, well-draining potting mix.
Maintain high humidity around cuttings for best results.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repotting is best done in early spring before the start of the active growing season.
Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Bastardcedar (Guazuma ulmifolia)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Guazuma |
| Species | Guazuma ulmifolia |
Similar in genus Guazuma
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