Ternstroemia nitida
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An evergreen shrub or small tree eventually reaching up to 8m tall with papery to thinly leathery, oblong to elliptic leaves up to 10cm long that have glossy, dark green upper surfaces and paler green undersides. In summer, strongly scented white to pale yellow flowers are usually borne singly in leaf axils and are followed by ovoid fruits to around 1cm long that mature to a purple-red colour
Scientific classification
- Species
- Ternstroemia nitida (Ternstroemia nitida)
- Genus
- Ternstroemia
- Family
- Pentaphylacaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs · Trees
- Plant type
- 4-8 metres
- Height
- 2.5-4 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Ternstroemia nitida
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Ternstroemia nitida
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Ternstroemia nitida care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
- Watering
- Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
Pruning
PruningUsually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or by semi-hardwood cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrow in a moist but well-drained soil in partial shade; suited to growing in areas with a mild climate
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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