Chacruna

Chacruna Care

Psychotria Viridis

What is the plant

Psychotria viridis is native to the Amazonian lowlands, but is also cultivated throughout northern South America and much of Central America. It is an evergreen tropical tree or large shrub growing in full sun to half shade. It has large (up to 24cm) leaves, which are oval with pointed tips. Its small brown seeds are shed from red berries. It usually grows in very rich and fertile soils.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Shade

Temperature

min 3°C

Hardiness zone

min 9

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Water regularly, but ensure the growing medium never becomes waterlogged.
Fertilizer
Fertilise every 2-3 months or more regularly if needed and they are growing well.
Sunlight
Chacruna will do best in a part shade position, as well as being generally taller and a healthier greener colour. Plants placed in a full sun position will have more yellowish/lighter green coloured leaves as well as having smaller leaves. I think the ideal shade percentage is 30-50% if you are growing under cover. They are tolerant and deep shade can be preferable to a full sun position in Australia

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Soil
Prepare a free draining growing medium. Something like equal parts vermiculite, sand and potting compost would be about right.
Popularity
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