Water
Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. In hotter, drier conditions, more frequent watering may be necessary. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering during cooler, dormant periods.
Also known as Asian Nakedwood · Beach Berrybush · Hoop-Withe
Latherleaf (Colubrina asiatica) is a versatile shrub or small tree native to tropical coastlines, used ornamentally and medicinally.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light or morning sun; can tolerate some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-25°C; protect from frost.
Light
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during growing season with balanced liquid 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 regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. In hotter, drier conditions, more frequent watering may be necessary. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering during cooler, dormant periods.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done anytime, while heavier pruning is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or autumn. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a well-draining medium. Keep moist and provide bottom heat for best results.
Seed propagation is also possible but slower.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the previous one. Repotting is best done in spring before active growth begins.
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Photos of Latherleaf (Colubrina asiatica)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rhamnaceae |
| Genus | Colubrina |
| Species | Colubrina asiatica |
Similar in genus Colubrina
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