Water
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in container plantings.
Overwatering is a common mistake.
Arizona Starleaf Orange (Choisya arizonica) is an evergreen shrub native to the southwestern United States, known for its aromatic foliage and white, fragrant flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures; protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
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 soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in container plantings.
Overwatering is a common mistake.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done in early spring before new growth appears to shape the plant.
Best propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Root cuttings in a well-draining medium. Alternatively, seeds can be sown in autumn, but germination can be erratic and slow. Patience is key.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in spring. Use a free-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid waterlogged soil. Water well after repotting.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Arizona Starleaf Orange (Choisya arizonica)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Genus | Choisya |
| Species | Choisya arizonica |
Similar in genus Choisya
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