A fast growing shrub or small tree to 10 m tall with long, slender branches that hold elliptic leaves and small, greenish, heavily scented flowers that open at night. Cestrum microcalyx is native to lowland and montane rainforests from Central America south to Bolivia.
Cestrum Microcalyx Care
Cestrum Microcalyx
Other names: Tiny-calyx Cestrum
What is the plant
Humidity
Normal
Lighting
Shade
Temperature
22°C - 28°C
Difficulty
Easy
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Never allow the soil to completely dry. Water the Cestrum when the top one or two inches of soil has dried. When watering, soak Cestrum thoroughly and allow the water to drain around the base.
Fertilizer
For healthier growth, feed the plants once or twice per month. Dilute the liquid fertilizer before use.
Sunlight
Provide bright light.
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Soil
Perform well in most types of soil.
Temperature
60-80°F (16-27°C). Not frost resistant.
Additional
All parts of the plant, especially the berries, are very toxic if eaten. Eating green cestrum causes liver poisoning and can be fatal. Avoid touching the plant with bare skin.
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