Water
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging. Reduce watering in cooler months when the plant's growth slows down.
Philotheca buxifolia is an attractive Australian native shrub with glossy, boxwood-like leaves and star-shaped pink to white flowers blooming in spring and summer.
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.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Mild to Warm
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C. Protect from frost.
Light
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging. Reduce watering in cooler months when the plant's growth slows down.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or leggy stems. Avoid heavy pruning, as this can stimulate excessive vegetative growth at the expense of flowers.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Dip the base of the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix. Maintain high humidity and warmth until roots develop.
Repot every 2-3 years in spring when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, ideally with added grit or perlite.
Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one to avoid excess moisture retention.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Philotheca Buxifolia (Philotheca buxifolia)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Genus | Philotheca |
| Species | Philotheca buxifolia |
Similar in genus Philotheca
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