CLUSIA
Clusia guttifera
A compact, neat shrub with thick, glossy leaves. The Clusia is very versatile: as a houseplant, a compact container plant for the patio, or as a green hedge or standalone plant in the garden. It's easy to prune and maintains its shape.
Application: šŖBorder | š³Solitary | š©Hedge/separation | šŖ“Pot | šØWind-resistant
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Likes full sun to partial shade
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Medium grower
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Water moderately
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Height up to 4 meters
SPECIFICATIONS:
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Common name | Clusia |
| Latin name | Clusia guttifera |
| Origin | Caribbean, Central and South America |
| Height | Up to 4 meters |
| Growth habit | Bushy |
| Location (take into account) | |
| Light requirements | Sun to partial shade |
| Water requirement | Moderate, constant light humidity but does not tolerate wet feet |
| Windproof | Yes |
| Fertilization | Fertilize moderately; ask an employee for advice |
| Maintenance | Low maintenance, occasional pruning to keep the shrub in shape |
| Leaves | Thick, glossy leaves |
| Fruits | Green berries |
| Flowers | |
| Attractor of butterflies and birds | Yes |
| Iguana test | Yes |
| Suitable for pot | Yes |
| Toxicity | The berries and sap of the plant are poisonous to humans and pets. They can cause stomach upset and irritation if ingested. |