Also known as Garlic-Pear · March Dalur · Marsh Dalur
Sacred garlic pear (Crateva religiosa) is a small, fast-growing tree with fragrant white flowers, producing edible fruit that resembles garlic. It's often cultivated for
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers bright, direct sunlight for optimal growth and flowering.
Moderate to High
75% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Loam, Sandy, Clay
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in warm temperatures. Protect from frost; it is sensitive to cold.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Fertilize 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 |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to maintain consistently moist soil. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, as this species is sensitive to waterlogged conditions.
Prune to shape the tree and remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done after flowering to maintain form. Heavy pruning is best avoided unless necessary for structural improvement.
The best time for major pruning is late winter or early spring.
Seeds can be sown fresh in a warm, moist medium. Cuttings can be taken from semi-hardwood or softwood in spring or summer and treated with rooting hormone before being placed in a well-draining medium.
Grafting is also an option for improved varieties.
Repot young plants every 1-2 years in spring, before new growth begins. Mature trees can be repotted less frequently, perhaps every 3-5 years. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of loam, sand, and compost.
Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Sacred Garlic Pear (Crateva religiosa)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Brassicales |
| Family | Capparaceae |
| Genus | Crateva |
| Species | Crateva religiosa |
Similar in genus Crateva
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
