Water
Water thoroughly when the soil is dry to the touch. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot.
Reduce watering significantly during the cooler, dormant months to mimic natural conditions and encourage better flowering.
Colubrina californica, a rare shrub native to California, features small leaves and is adapted to arid conditions, making it a unique addition to native plant gardens.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate to Warm
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures; protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the soil is dry to the touch. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot.
Reduce watering significantly during the cooler, dormant months to mimic natural conditions and encourage better flowering.
Prune after flowering to shape the plant and remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. This encourages bushier growth and improves air circulation.
Light pruning can also be done to maintain desired size and form, but avoid heavy pruning.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and provide bottom heat to encourage root development.
Repot young plants annually in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when root-bound.
Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend, to ensure good aeration and prevent waterlogging.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Las Animas Colubrina (Colubrina californica)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rhamnaceae |
| Genus | Colubrina |
| Species | Colubrina californica |
Similar in genus Colubrina
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
