Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter to prevent waterlogging and root rot. Ensure good drainage to avoid standing water.
Also known as Mucha-Gente
Cockspur (Xylosma buxifolia) is a dense, evergreen shrub with glossy leaves and thorny branches, making it an excellent barrier plant and for formal hedges.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth, but tolerates partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures; protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed 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 |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter to prevent waterlogging and root rot. Ensure good drainage to avoid standing water.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches to maintain shape and improve air circulation. Light pruning can be done after flowering to shape the plant.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix. Maintain high humidity and warmth until roots form.
Repot young plants annually in spring, and mature plants every 2-3 years. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one. Trim roots if they have become pot-bound.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Cockspur (Xylosma buxifolia)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Salicaceae |
| Genus | Xylosma |
| Species | Xylosma buxifolia |
Similar in genus Xylosma
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