Gustavia brachycarpa, the shortfruit gustavia, is a tropical tree from South America, known for its attractive flowers and edible fruit.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light.
75% intensity
Avoid direct sun which can scorch leaves.
Keep soil consistently moist.
75% intensity
Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average room temperatures.
50% intensity
Ideal range 18-24°C. Avoid drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
Feed during growing season.
50% intensity
Use diluted balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.
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 slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering frequency during cooler months, but do not let the plant dry out completely. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune to maintain shape and remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done at any time of year. For more significant shaping, prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Pinching back young shoots can encourage bushier growth.
Propagate from seeds, which require warm temperatures and consistent moisture for germination. Cuttings can also be taken from mature stems, though rooting may be slow.
Ensure cuttings are taken from healthy parent plants and treated with rooting hormone.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one. The best time to repot is in spring, just as new growth begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Shortfruit Gustavia (Gustavia brachycarpa)
Where Shortfruit Gustavia (Gustavia brachycarpa) is found
Density
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Lecythidaceae |
| Genus | Gustavia |
| Species | Gustavia brachycarpa |
Similar in genus Gustavia
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