Water
Water deeply and regularly, especially during establishment and dry periods. Allow the top 5-10 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Also known as Evergreen Ash · Tropical Ash
Shamel Ash (Fraxinus uhdei) is a fast-growing evergreen tree offering dense shade with a broad canopy, ideal for large landscapes and windbreaks.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers full sun for optimal growth and flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Water deeply, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained loam
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 10°C and 27°C. Protect from frost when young.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Fertilize in spring with a balanced, slow-release formula.
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 deeply and regularly, especially during establishment and dry periods. Allow the top 5-10 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Prune to shape the tree, remove dead or crossing branches, and improve structure. Best done in late winter or early spring before new growth appears. Remove any suckers that emerge from the base of the trunk.
Aim for a strong central leader.
Typically propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds require stratification. Semi-hardwood cuttings can be taken in summer and rooted under mist.
This method often results in a more compact and manageable plant compared to seedlings.
Young trees in containers benefit from repotting every 2-3 years into a slightly larger pot. Use a well-draining potting mix. Mature trees are generally not container-grown. Repot in spring before active growth begins.
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Where Shamel Ash (Fraxinus uhdei) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Oleaceae |
| Genus | Fraxinus |
| Species | Fraxinus uhdei |
Similar in genus Fraxinus
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