Overview
Heritiera is a plant with a tree habit in the genus Heritiera, part of the Malvaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Heritiera grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include specimen tree and coastal stabilization.
About
Heritiera is a deciduous tree belonging to the Malvaceae family, suited to full sun and a south-facing, sheltered aspect. It thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H3, this tree is valued for use as a specimen tree and for coastal stabilization. It is best propagated by seed or semi-ripe cuttings and is particularly notable during spring and summer.
About the genus
Heritiera is a genus of flowering plants in the family Malvaceae, subfamily Sterculioideae. They are most dominant tropical forest trees in several areas in eastern Africa and India to the Pacific. Some are mangroves.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Heritiera
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Heritiera size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Tree
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Specimen tree, coastal stabilization
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Heritiera
- Propagation
- Seed, semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-resistant
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-resistant
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Heritiera?
Heritiera prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Heritiera need?
Heritiera grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Heritiera hardy in the UK?
Heritiera has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Heritiera?
Seed, semi-ripe cuttings.
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