Cassipourea elliptica is a species of flowering plant in the Rhizophoraceae family. It is a shrub or tree native to the tropical Americas, ranging from eastern Mexico through Central America and the Caribbean to northern Brazil.
Goatwood has strong resistance to disease and is generally not susceptible to ailments. Regarding care, this plant is relatively low-maintenance. When planted outdoors it needs only minimal watering, and larger plants usually do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they have bloomed. Goatwood is suitable for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or deck, and does not require much experience in plant care.
How to keep Cassipourea Elliptica.
Light
Goatwood occurs naturally in habitats such as forest understories and rocky terrains, where it is exposed to natural shade. It prefers partial sun but can tolerate full sun or full shade, illustrating its versatile, hardy nature.
Temperature
Goatwood comes from tropical areas where the climate is usually warm and humid. Consequently, it is well suited to high temperatures and humidity. It does not tolerate sudden temperature shifts and prefers a consistent temperature, so preventing indoor temperature fluctuations is important. It generally cannot withstand cold and needs higher temperatures to grow. If the surrounding temperature becomes too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.
Fertilizer
Fertilization is essential to caring for Goatwood. Regular feeding during the growing season preserves the energy needed for its showy leaves and supports overall growth. Failing to fertilize can lead to unhealthy leaves, reduced ornamental appeal, and stunted or weak growth that is prone to breaking.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Tree, Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Cassipourea
- Family
- Rhizophoraceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 10-12
- Mature Height
- 17.98 m
- Mature Spread
- 3.05 m to 6.1 m
- Leaf Color
- Dark Green, Forest Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- White
- Flower Size
- 0.51 cm to 0.76 cm
- Bloom Time
- Late spring, Summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Fall
- Native Area
- Colombia, Belize, Cuba, Honduras, Mexico, Guatemala, Venezuela, Peru, Guyana, Brazil, Nicaragua, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Panama
Other names.
