Water
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions, especially in containers.
Also known as Wild Ackee
Cupania americana is a large shrub or small tree native to the Americas, known for its attractive foliage and clusters of small, greenish flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in warm temperatures, typically between 18-27°C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with 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 |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions, especially in containers.
Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the plant and remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done after flowering to maintain desired size and form. Avoid heavy pruning.
Propagate from seeds sown in spring or from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Seeds may require stratification. Cuttings should be rooted in a well-draining medium under humid conditions.
Repot young plants annually in spring, and mature plants every 2-3 years, or when root-bound. Use a good quality, well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot slightly larger than the previous one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Cupania Americana (Cupania americana)
Where Cupania Americana (Cupania americana) is found
Density
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Sapindaceae |
| Genus | Cupania |
| Species | Cupania americana |
Similar in genus Cupania
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