Water
Water consistently, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering frequency during winter dormancy.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, as this species prefers slightly drier conditions.
Celtis spinosa is a deciduous tree native to South America, known for its thorny branches and often thorny fruit. It is a hardy species adaptable to various conditions.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate to High
75% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season; tolerates heat.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering frequency during winter dormancy.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, as this species prefers slightly drier conditions.
Prune primarily to shape the tree and remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Early spring before new growth appears is the ideal time. For size control, light pruning can be done after flowering.
Propagate primarily through seeds, which may require a period of cold stratification to germinate. Softwood cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer, treated with rooting hormone, and kept in a humid environment.
Repot young plants every 2-3 years, and established trees less frequently (every 4-5 years) in early spring before new growth starts. Use a well-draining potting mix and trim back the roots slightly if pot-bound.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Celtis Spinosa (Celtis spinosa) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Cannabaceae |
| Genus | Celtis |
| Species | Celtis spinosa |
Similar in genus Celtis
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