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Description
Garcinia Subelliptica, also known as fukugi or Taiwanese fukugi, is a species of flowering plant in the Clusiaceae family. It is native to Taiwan and Ryukyu Islands in Japan. The tree grows up to 15 meters tall and has a spreading crown with drooping branches. Its leaves are dark green, glossy, and elliptical in shape, which can grow up to 15 cm long and 8 cm wide. The tree produces small and yellow-greenish flowers, and its fruit is a fleshy, green berry that turns yellow when ripe. The fruit is edible and has a sour taste.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Clusiaceae |
| Genus | Garcinia |
Appearance
Garcinia Subelliptica is a medium-sized evergreen tree with a spreading crown and drooping branches. Its leaves are dark green, glossy, and elliptical in shape, which can grow up to 15 cm long and 8 cm wide. The tree produces small and yellow-greenish flowers, and its fruit is a fleshy, green berry that turns yellow when ripe. The fruit is edible and has a sour taste.
Care Guide
Garcinia Subelliptica requires well-drained soil and regular watering. It prefers partial shade to full sun and can tolerate a range of soil pH levels. Fertilize the tree every three months with a balanced fertilizer. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-12.
Common Pests & Diseases
Garcinia Subelliptica is susceptible to scale insects, mealybugs, and spider mites. It can also be affected by fungal diseases like anthracnose and powdery mildew. To prevent these pests and diseases, maintain good hygiene by removing fallen leaves and debris, and use insecticides and fungicides as needed.
Habitat
Garcinia Subelliptica is native to Taiwan and Ryukyu Islands in Japan. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, and it is often planted as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens.
Question and Answer
Q: Is the fruit of Garcinia Subelliptica edible?
A: Yes, the fruit is edible and has a sour taste.
Q: What are the common pests and diseases that affect Garcinia Subelliptica?
A: Scale insects, mealybugs, spider mites, anthracnose, and powdery mildew are common pests and diseases that affect this plant.
Q: What is the ideal growing condition for Garcinia Subelliptica?
A: Garcinia Subelliptica prefers well-drained soil, partial shade to full sun, and regular watering. It is hardy in USDA zones 10-12.
Q: Where is Garcinia Subelliptica native to?
A: Garcinia Subelliptica is native to Taiwan and Ryukyu Islands in Japan.
Related Plants
- Garcinia Cambogia
- Garcinia Mangostana
- Garcinia Dulcis
- Garcinia Indica
References
- “Garcinia subelliptica”. Germplasm Resources Information Network (GRIN). Agricultural Research Service (ARS), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Retrieved 29 August 2017.
- “Garcinia subelliptica”. World Checklist of Selected Plant Families (WCSP). Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 29 August 2017.
- “Taiwanese Fukugi (Garcinia subelliptica)”. Forests and Forestry in Japan. Retrieved 29 August 2017.
