Overview

Commidendrum robustum is a plant with a shrub habit in the genus Commidendrum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Commidendrum robustum grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include specimen plant.

About

Commidendrum robustum is a deciduous shrub belonging to the genus Commidendrum within the Asteraceae family. It thrives best in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with well-drained, neutral loam soil. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H1a and is suitable as a specimen plant. It is best planted in a suitable position with watering during establishment. Propagation can be achieved by seed or cuttings, and it is of interest during the spring and summer seasons.

About the genus

Commidendrum is a genus of trees and shrubs in the family Asteraceae endemic to the island of Saint Helena in the South Atlantic Ocean. The vernacular name is gumwood or scrubwood.Species†Commidendrum burchellii (Hook.f.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex Hemsl.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Commidendrum

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1a

Plant details

Commidendrum robustum size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Shrub

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

Specimen plant

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Commidendrum robustum

Propagation

Seed, cuttings

Pest resistance

High

Disease resistance

High

Frequently asked questions