Also known as Boat-Fruit Plane · Stunted Plane
Boat-Fruited Ochna (Ochna inermis) is a small evergreen shrub known for its bright yellow flowers and unusual red fruiting structures.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers bright, direct sunlight for best flowering and growth.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings, reduce in winter.
Well-drained soil
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures (18-24°C) during growing season, cooler in winter.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer during growing season, none in winter.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter to prevent waterlogging and root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid soggy conditions, especially for young plants.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches to maintain shape and encourage healthy growth.
Light pruning can also be done after flowering to tidy the plant's appearance.
Propagate from seed sown in spring in a well-drained compost, or from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Cuttings should be placed in a propagator with bottom heat for best results.
Seed germination can be slow and erratic.
Repot young plants annually in spring, and mature plants every 2-3 years as needed. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current root ball to avoid overwatering issues.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Boat-Fruited Ochna (Ochna inermis)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Ochnaceae |
| Genus | Ochna |
| Species | Ochna inermis |
Similar in genus Ochna
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