Bitterleaf is a much-branched, evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 metres tall with a bole up to 40 cm in diameter.A very popular edible leaf in parts of Africa, where it is often cultivated, as well as being gathered from the wild, and is commonly sold in local markets. The tree is sometimes grown as an ornamental
Bitterleaf Care
Gymnanthemum Amygdalinum
What is the plant
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Humidity
Dry
Lighting
Full Sun
Temperature
20°C - 35°C
Hardiness zone
10 - 12
Difficulty
Easy
How to Care for the Plant
Water
It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.
Sunlight
It cannot grow in the shade.
Soil
Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils.
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Temperature
It grows best in areas where annual daytime temperatures are within the range 20 - 26°c, but can tolerate 16 - 35°c
Popularity
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