Water
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering during cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Monitor soil moisture with your finger; water when the top 2-3 cm feels dry.
Garcinia brasiliensis is a tropical tree native to Brazil, producing edible, tart fruits with a pleasant aroma. It's cultivated for its fruit and as an ornamental.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Can tolerate some direct sun, especially morning sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging. Reduce watering in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in warm temperatures, ideally between 18-25°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer 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 |
| Edible | Yes |
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering during cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Monitor soil moisture with your finger; water when the top 2-3 cm feels dry.
Prune to maintain shape, remove dead or damaged branches, and improve air circulation. Light pruning can be done anytime. For shaping, prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Avoid heavy pruning.
Best propagated from seeds sown fresh after harvesting. Seeds can be slow to germinate. Softwood cuttings can also be taken in spring or summer, treated with rooting hormone, and placed in a moist medium.
Repot young plants annually or every two years in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid waterlogging.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Garcinia Brasiliensis (Garcinia brasiliensis)
Where Garcinia Brasiliensis (Garcinia brasiliensis) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Clusiaceae |
| Genus | Garcinia |
| Species | Garcinia brasiliensis |
Similar in genus Garcinia
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