Spotted Oak (Buckinghamia ferruginiflora) is an attractive evergreen tree native to Queensland, Australia, featuring creamy white flower spikes and textured bark.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Thrives in bright, indirect light or full sun. Protect from intense, scorching afternoon sun in very hot climates.
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers consistently moist soil, but avoid waterlogging. Reduce watering in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures, ideally between 18-25°C. Protect from frost and sudden temperature drops.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season (spring/summer) with a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the establishment phase. Reduce watering during cooler months, allowing the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and remove any dead or crossing branches. This encourages bushier growth and can improve flowering in the following season. Avoid heavy pruning, as it can stress the plant.
Best propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Dip cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining, moist medium.
Maintain high humidity and warmth for successful root development, typically taking several weeks.
Young plants benefit from repotting every 1-2 years in spring. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Mature plants may only need repotting every 3-4 years or when root-bound.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Proteales |
| Family | Proteaceae |
| Genus | Buckinghamia |
| Species | Buckinghamia ferruginiflora |
Similar in genus Buckinghamia
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
