Boldo

Boldo Care

Peumus Boldus

What is the plant

Boldu is a slow-growing evergreen tree that branches from low down on the bole and reaches a height of 6 - 8 metres.An important traditional medicine in its native range, where it is collected from the wild, the plant is also becoming more popular in Western herbalism. Boldu has a range of other local uses, including yielding tannins, dyestuff, an essential oil and seeds that are used as beads.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Part Sun

Hardiness zone

8 - 11

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

Toxicity

Poisonous

How to Care for the Plant

Water
It prefers dry or moist soil.
Sunlight
It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.
Soil
Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: acid and neutral soils.

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Temperature
this plant normally requires greenhouse protection in Britain but is capable of withstanding light frosts and might succeed outdoors in the mildest areas of the country, especially if grown against a sunny wall
Additional
The leaves contain a toxic alkaloid. Boldo volatile oil is one of the most toxic oils. Excessive doses have caused irritation of the kidneys and genitourinary tract. A massive overdose can cause paralysis. Should not use by patients with kidney disease
Popularity
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