Also known as Coffee Bush · Mui · Pink Limeberry
Clausena excavata is a shrub or small tree with aromatic foliage and clusters of small, white to pinkish flowers followed by berries. Native to Southeast Asia.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Protect from direct, intense sunlight.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-25°C. Avoid frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Clausena excavata regularly, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering during winter months to prevent waterlogging.
Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot, especially in potted plants. Monitor soil moisture levels carefully.
Prune Clausena excavata to maintain shape and size, and to remove any dead or diseased branches.
Light pruning can be done anytime, but heavier pruning is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Pinching back new shoots can encourage bushier growth.
Clausena excavata can be propagated from seeds, which require stratification or scarification for germination.
Cuttings taken from semi-hardwood in summer or hardwood in winter can also be rooted under humid conditions with the aid of rooting hormone. Grafting is another option.
Repot young Clausena excavata plants every 1-2 years in spring, or when root-bound. Mature plants may only need repotting every 3-4 years.
Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost. Choose a pot slightly larger than the current one.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Genus | Clausena |
| Species | Clausena excavata |
Similar in genus Clausena
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