Water
Water deeply when the top 5-10 cm of soil is dry. Avoid overwatering, as *Ricinocarpos pinifolius* prefers well-drained conditions.
Reduce watering frequency during winter or cooler months when growth slows down to prevent root rot.
Also known as Wedding Bush · Weddingbush
Ricinocarpos pinifolius is a handsome Australian native shrub with glossy, pine-needle-like leaves and abundant, star-shaped white flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained, Sandy
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water deeply when the top 5-10 cm of soil is dry. Avoid overwatering, as *Ricinocarpos pinifolius* prefers well-drained conditions.
Reduce watering frequency during winter or cooler months when growth slows down to prevent root rot.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Light trimming can be done to control size, but avoid heavy pruning as it can reduce flowering in subsequent seasons.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining, sterile potting mix. Maintain high humidity and consistent moisture until roots form.
Repot young plants every 2-3 years or when root-bound, preferably in spring. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of potting soil and perlite.
Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one to avoid waterlogging.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Ricinocarpos Pinifolius (Ricinocarpos pinifolius) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Genus | Ricinocarpos |
| Species | Ricinocarpos pinifolius |
Similar in genus Ricinocarpos
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