Manilkara hexandra variegata - Plant
Description for Manilkara hexandra variegata
Manilkara zapota, commonly known as the sapodilla, is a long-lived, evergreen tree native to southern Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean.
| Common name | Flower colours | Bloom time | Height | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oroshima-chiku (Japanese), Dwarf Fernleaf Bamboo , Chiku, Chikku, Chikoo , Sapodilla | Rarely flowers | Non-flowering | 4 to 5 feet | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
Plant where they will receive a minimum of 5 to 6 hours of full sun per day. Plants grown in weak sun may not die at once, but they weaken gradually. Give them plenty of organic matter when planting and don’t crowd them.Wear sturdy gloves to protect your hands from prickly thorns.
| Sunlight | Soil | Water | Temperature | Fertilizer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part shade to full shade | Well-drained soil | Medium | 26°C | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Caring for Manilkara hexandra variegata
- Plant care is not difficult but does require vigilance.
- The vines need to be trained early when they are young.
- You may use plant ties or just weave them through trellis sections.
- Fertilize the plant in spring just before new growth appears.
- Pinch off the tips of the vines in the second year to promote branching which will fill the trellis with bushy growth.
Typical uses of Manilkara hexandra variegata
Special features: Excellent ground cover for areas where invasive spread is either desirable or acceptable or where appropriate barriers have been installed. A good plant for erosion control on slopes and banks. Leave undisturbed to roam in woodland gardens.
Ornamental use: The plant is used for ornamental purpose.
References
- http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/ http://www.flowersofindia.net/
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