Water
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during establishment and dry spells. Reduce watering in cooler months if growth slows. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Also known as Chewing Gum Tree · Snot Apple
Thespesia garckeana is a fast-growing tree native to tropical Africa, known for its attractive hibiscus-like flowers and edible fruit.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun is ideal for best flowering and fruiting.
80% intensity
Can tolerate partial shade.
Moderate to regular watering, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
60% intensity
Especially important during dry seasons.
Well-draining soil is essential. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils, but prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures, thrives in tropical and subtropical climates.
70% intensity
Avoid frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
40% intensity
Compost is beneficial.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Provide consistent moisture, particularly during establishment and dry spells. Reduce watering in cooler months if growth slows. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Prune to shape the tree, remove dead or crossing branches, and encourage bushier growth if desired. Light pruning can be done after flowering to maintain form.
Easily propagated from seeds sown in spring or summer. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or autumn.
Young plants in pots should be repotted every 1-2 years into a slightly larger container. Mature trees are best left in the ground.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Azanza (Thespesia garckeana)
Where Azanza (Thespesia garckeana) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Thespesia |
| Species | Thespesia garckeana |
Similar in genus Thespesia
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