Ozoroa insignis — an easy houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Ozoroa insignis

Ozoroa Insignis

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A note from PlantMom

The Currant Resin Tree is resistant to disease and is generally not likely to suffer from illnesses. In terms of care, this plant is fairly low maintenance. Planted outdoors it needs only minimal watering, and larger plants typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they finish blooming. The Currant Resin Tree is suitable for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand a great deal of caretaking experience.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Ozoroa Insignis.

Light

The Currant Resin Tree is found in open habitats, such as sunny meadows and forest edges, where light is abundant. It thrives in Full Sun but can also tolerate Partial Sun, demonstrating good adaptability to different light conditions.

Water

The Currant Resin Tree thrives in arid regions due to its significant drought tolerance. It requires watering only every 2 to 3 weeks to mimic natural rainfall. When exposed to outdoor sunlight, its water needs decrease even further during the cooler months, as there is less evaporation.

Temperature

Currant Resin Tree is native to tropical areas, where the climate is generally warm and humid. Consequently, it is adapted to high temperatures and humidity. It is sensitive to sudden temperature shifts and prefers a stable thermal environment, so indoor temperature fluctuations should be avoided. It typically cannot tolerate cold and needs warmer conditions to grow. If the surrounding temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or even perish.

Fertilizer

The best time to fertilize a Currant Resin Tree is in early spring as it breaks dormancy. This encourages general growth and flower development. Fertilizing improves the foliage, stems, and branches, and encourages flowers that are larger, more vibrant, and longer-lasting. It also helps transport nutrients from the roots to the flowers and enhances the plant’s health and resistance to disease.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Tree
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Ozoroa
Family
Anacardiaceae
Hardiness Zone
10-12
Mature Height
14.94 m
Mature Spread
18 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Color
White, Yellow
Flower Size
0.25 cm to 0.51 cm
Bloom Time
Late spring, Early summer, Mid summer
Planting Time
Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en African resin tree
PLATES
Ozoroa insignis leaf
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Ozoroa insignis leaf
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Ozoroa insignis flower
PLATE 03 · flower
Ozoroa insignis fruit
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Ozoroa insignis fruit
PLATE 05 · fruit
Ozoroa insignis bark
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