Also known as Bastard Cherry · Bastard Cherry (jamaica) · Mandinbo
Ehretia tinifolia, also known as Ehretia tinifolia, is a beautiful evergreen shrub or small tree, prized for its ornamental value and adaptability in warm climates.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow topsoil to dry between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-25°C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer.
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 Ehretia tinifolia thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil is dry. It prefers to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions, which this plant dislikes.
Prune Ehretia tinifolia in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. This helps maintain shape, encourage bushier growth, and remove any dead or crossing branches.
Light pruning can be done throughout the growing season to manage size.
Propagate Ehretia tinifolia from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Dip cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix. Keep moist and provide warmth.
Seed propagation is also possible but typically slower and less reliable for true-to-type plants.
Repot young plants annually and mature plants every 2-3 years in spring. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
This encourages healthy root development and prevents the plant from becoming pot-bound.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Boraginales |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Genus | Ehretia |
| Species | Ehretia tinifolia |
Similar in genus Ehretia
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