Luma apiculata – Luma apiculata

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Luma apiculata – Luma apiculata

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Specifications
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Height
5-6 m (15 m)
Crown
irregular sphere
Bark and branches
twigs grey-green, bark bright cinnamon brown, light brown-grey flaking
Leaf
evergreen, elliptical, 1-2,5 cm, glossy dark green
Flowers
white, solitary, 2 cm tall, July-October
Fruits
berry-shaped, 0,8-1cm, shiny black purple, edible
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
any, if well-drained
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
8b (-9,4,5 to -6,7 °C)
Wind resistance
moderate
Fauna tree
valuable for bees (honey plant)
Application
tree containers, patio gardens
Origin
U.S. National Arboretum, Washington D.C., USA, 1994
Synonyms
Myrtus luma, Myrtus apiculata
clay soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving light-loving dense crown green white average growing all species valuable for bees (honey plant) non-toxic (usually) Capricious growing
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Frequently asked questions
Luma apiculata

Luma apiculata can eventually reach a height of 5-6 m (15 m), depending on the site and climate conditions.

Luma apiculata is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 5-6 m (15 m), depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Luma apiculata is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Luma apiculata with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Luma apiculata blooms in july, august, september, october.
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