Overview
Garcinia ovalifolia is a plant with a tree, shrub habit in the genus Garcinia, part of the Clusiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Garcinia ovalifolia grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include specimen plant, conservatories and tropical gardens.
About
Garcinia ovalifolia is an evergreen tree or shrub belonging to the Clusiaceae family. It thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers well-drained, neutral loam soil with moderate moisture. Hardy to UK zone H4, this cultivar is suitable for use as a specimen plant, in conservatories, or tropical gardens. Interest is mainly in spring and summer, and it requires watering during establishment. Propagation can be achieved by seed or cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Garcinia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moderate
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Garcinia ovalifolia size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Tree, shrub
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Specimen plant, conservatories, tropical gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Garcinia ovalifolia
- Propagation
- Seed, cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to scale insects, mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to root rot in waterlogged soils
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Garcinia ovalifolia?
Garcinia ovalifolia prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Garcinia ovalifolia need?
Garcinia ovalifolia grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
Is Garcinia ovalifolia hardy in the UK?
Garcinia ovalifolia has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Garcinia ovalifolia?
Seed, cuttings.
