Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Reduce watering in winter, allowing the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Azara serrata, the Saw-Toothed Azara, is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Chile, known for its glossy, toothed leaves and fragrant yellow flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, Indirect Light
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.
Consistent Moisture
50% intensity
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce watering in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average to Warm
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-25°C. 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 |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Reduce watering in winter, allowing the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to remove any dead or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done after flowering.
For more significant shaping, prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Easily propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Insert cuttings into a moist, well-draining potting mix and maintain high humidity. Alternatively, seeds can be sown in autumn.
Young plants benefit from repotting annually in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot only slightly larger than the previous one.
Identify plants like this with ePlant AI
Snap a photo to get care tips and match similar species on the go.
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Saw-Toothed Azara (Azara serrata)
Where Saw-Toothed Azara (Azara serrata) is found

Density
Tap map to explore
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Salicaceae |
| Genus | Azara |
| Species | Azara serrata |
Similar in genus Azara
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data