Ceodes brunoniana
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Ceodes brunoniana

Tier 2 Difficulty: easy Water: low Light: full_sun
Temperature
20–37 °C
Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 10–11
Click count
1
Observations
5

Description

Source: wikipedia (CC BY-SA)

Ceodes brunoniana is a species of flowering tree in the family Nyctaginaceae that is native to northern New Zealand, Australia's Lord Howe Island, and the Hawaiian Islands. The common names in New Zealand are parapara or birdcatcher tree.

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Full sun

The birdlime tree grows best in direct, unshaded sunlight but can also tolerate moderate sun exposure. Its native habitats receive abundant sunlight, which supports its healthy growth. Both excessive and insufficient sunlight can negatively affect the birdlime tree, altering its overall condition and diminishing its vitality.

Ideal: Full sun
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C

The birdlime tree is native to areas where temperatures range from 68 to 100 ℉ (20 to 38 ℃). Although it grows best in warmer climates, attentive care during cooler months can help maintain its health. Seasonal adjustments may be necessary.

Ideal temperature: 20–37.8°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-7
Soil pH: 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer

The optimal period to apply fertilizer to a Birdlime tree is during the initial stages of spring, when it's exiting its dormant state. This helps to stimulate overall growth as well as the development of flowers. The act of fertilizing not only aids in the enhancement of leaves, stems, and branches, but also fosters the growth of big, colorful, and durable blossoms. Moreover, it assists in the transportation of nutrients from the roots to the flowers, subsequently strengthening the plant's overall wellbeing and its ability to resist diseases.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Ceodes
Family
Nyctaginaceae
Hardiness Zone
10-11
Mature Height
10.06 m
Mature Spread
3.05 m
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
White, Pink
Flower Size
5.08 cm to 11.43 cm
Bloom Time
Late spring, Summer
Planting Time
Autumn
Harvest Time
Late summer, Fall

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