Flueggea — 5 species
Botanical species in the genus Flueggea recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Flueggea flexuosa
Flueggea flexuosa
Family: Phyllanthaceae
Cultivation
A plant of the lowland, humid tropics, where it is found at elevations from sea level up to 900 metres303. It grows in areas where the mean maximum temperature is 26 - 32°c and the minimum temperature tolerated is 12°c. The mean annual rainfall is in the range 1,500 - 5,000mm, usually distributed throughout the year, but the plant also tolerates a dry season of up to 4 months.
Full cultivation guide →Flueggea suffruticosa
Flueggea suffruticosa
Family: Phyllanthaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any rich loamy soil in a sunny position. A dioecious species - both male and female forms must be grown if fruit and seed are required.
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Flueggea virosa
Flueggea virosa
Family: Phyllanthaceae
Cultivation
The plant is listed as an invasive species in Florida, United States. A fast growing, hardy shrub suitable for planting under various conditions. A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required.
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