Geoffroea decorticans, commonly known as Chañar, is a thorny, deciduous tree from arid South America, valued for its edible fruit and medicinal properties.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun for optimal growth and fruit production.
Watering
Water moderately during establishment and dry periods. Once established, it is quite drought-tolerant.
Soil
Tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils.
Temperature
Thrives in warm to hot temperatures, with a preferred range of 15-30 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer if growth appears slow. Generally, it does not require heavy feeding.
Prefers full sun for optimal growth and fruit production.
Water moderately during establishment and dry periods. Once established, it is quite drought-tolerant.
Tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils.
Thrives in warm to hot temperatures, with a preferred range of 15-30 °C.
Can tolerate brief periods of frost once established.
Outdoor
Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer if growth appears slow. Generally, it does not require heavy feeding.
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Fruit, Medicinal
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
6-10 m
Spread
4-6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Deciduous
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Compound
Flower Size
1.5-2 cm
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
