Pictetia aculeata
Pictetia aculeata
Pictetia aculeata is a slow-growing tropical shrub native to the Caribbean, best grown outdoors in warm, humid climates with partial shade. It prefers well-draining soil and regular watering without waterlogging. This rare leguminous plant is suited to subtropical and tropical garden settings and is not frost tolerant.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Slow
Mature Height
36″ – 120″
Soil
sandy loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
36″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Thoroughly Until Soil Is Evenly Moist, Allowing The Top Inch To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
6 – 8.5
Temperature
55° – 100°F
Mature Spread
up to 80″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
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