Overview
Toddalia asiatica is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Toddalia, part of the Rutaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Toddalia asiatica grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Toddalia asiatica (Lopez root) is an evergreen, clump-forming plant from the Rutaceae family. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Suitable for cultivation in conservatories and greenhouses, it is hardy to H1a in the UK. This cultivar is of interest during spring and summer and can be propagated by seed or division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Toddalia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Toddalia asiatica size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Toddalia asiatica
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Toddalia asiatica?
Toddalia asiatica prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Toddalia asiatica need?
Toddalia asiatica grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Toddalia asiatica hardy in the UK?
Toddalia asiatica has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Toddalia asiatica?
Seed, division.