Lysiloma watsonii — an easy houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Lysiloma watsonii

Lysiloma Watsonii

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A note from PlantMom

Littleleaf false tamarind is quite resistant to disease and usually does not suffer from illnesses. As for care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. Planted outdoors, it needs only light watering, and larger specimens generally do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they finish blooming. Littleleaf false tamarind is appropriate for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand much gardening experience.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Lysiloma Watsonii.

Light

Littleleaf false tamarind is found in open habitats, such as sunny meadows and forest edges, that offer abundant light. It thrives in Full Sun but can also tolerate Partial Sun, adapting well to various light conditions.

Temperature

Littleleaf false tamarind shows good heat adaptability, able to tolerate higher temperatures and wide temperature fluctuations. In hot weather, it's necessary to watch watering and provide suitable shade to avoid sunburn. Conversely, its tolerance to cold is relatively weak. It can endure a certain amount of chill, but very cold conditions can result in frost damage.

Fertilizer

To encourage healthy growth, fertilize your Littleleaf false tamarind in early spring. Regular feeding improves its overall health, producing vigorous growth, increased resilience to harsh conditions, and enhanced resistance to diseases and pests. Keep a consistent fertilization schedule for your Littleleaf false tamarind to maintain foliage that is vibrant in color and lush in appearance.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Tree
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Lysiloma
Family
Fabaceae
Hardiness Zone
9-11
Mature Height
4.88 m to 10.06 m
Mature Spread
3.96 m to 7.92 m
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Type
Semi-evergreen
Flower Color
White
Flower Size
1.02 cm to 2.03 cm
Bloom Time
Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall
Native Area
Mexico
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Feather tree en Little-Leaf False Tamarind en Littleleaf false tamarind
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Lysiloma watsonii leaf
PLATE 01 · leaf
Lysiloma watsonii flower
PLATE 02 · flower
Lysiloma watsonii bark
PLATE 03 · bark
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