Cladostemon kirkii

Trees Conservatory Greenhouse

A small deciduous, tropical tree, growing in hot, dry, often sandy soils in habitat, up to 6m high, bearing tri-foliate leaves in mid-green, which are covered in fine hairs on their underside. The white, sweetly scented, asymmetrical flowers, have pink veining and turn yellow with age. They are born at the tips of the branches and are followed by light brown gourd shaped fruit.

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Loam, Sand

Max Height

4-8 metres

Max Spread

2.5-4 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
10–20 years
Max Spread
2.5-4 metres
Max Height
4-8 metres

Growing Conditions

Loam Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H1B

Colour & Scent

Fragrance Flower
Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Capparaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy
Genus
Name Status
Unresolved
Plant Range
Tropical & S Africa

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in a any well drained soil and a position in full sun or partial shade, in a conservatory, greenhouse, or as a houseplant in the UK

Propagation

Propate by seed, or by semi-ripe cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Conservatory and greenhouse

Pruning

pruning group 1

Pests

May be susceptible to red spider mite, scale insects and mealy bug

Diseases

Generally disease-free