Water
Water regularly, especially during establishment and dry periods. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. In containers, ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Also known as Arabian Lilac · Common Blue Vitex · Hand Of Mary
Vitex trifolia, the Simpleleaf Chastetree, is a striking evergreen shrub or small tree native to coastal regions, featuring trifoliate leaves and fragrant purple flowers.
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 for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures, but can tolerate light frost once established.
Low
25% intensity
Feed lightly in spring with a balanced fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilizing.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during establishment and dry periods. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. In containers, ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. To encourage flowering and maintain shape, lightly trim back overgrown stems.
Hard pruning can be done to rejuvenate older plants.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Select healthy shoots, remove lower leaves, and insert into a well-draining potting mix. Keep moist and in a warm, humid environment until rooted.
Can also be grown from seed, sown in spring.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years, or when root-bound. Choose a pot slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a sandy loam. Repot in spring, just as new growth begins.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Simpleleaf Chastetree (Vitex trifolia) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Vitex |
| Species | Vitex trifolia |
Similar in genus Vitex
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