Also known as Poison-Peach · Poisonbush
Lesser Trema (Trema cannabina) is a fast-growing shrub or small tree native to Australia and Southeast Asia, often used in revegetation projects.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, Indirect Light
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Can tolerate some direct morning sun, but avoid intense afternoon heat.
Regularly
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Allow top inch to dry between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average to Warm
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C (65-75°F). Avoid drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
During Growing Season
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks from spring through summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during warmer months.
Reduce watering in winter when growth slows, but do not let the soil become completely dry.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Pinch back young stems to encourage bushier growth.
Pruning can be done in early spring before new growth begins, or lightly throughout the growing season.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in a moist, well-draining potting mix.
Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment, and they should root within a few weeks.
Repot young plants annually in spring, and mature plants every 2-3 years or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one.
Repotting provides fresh nutrients and space for root development.
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Where Lesser Trema (Trema cannabina) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Cannabaceae |
| Genus | Trema |
| Species | Trema cannabina |
Similar in genus Trema
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