Buttonwood Plant
Conocarpus erectus, or Buttonwood, grows 10-50 ft tall, moderate-growing, prefers well-drained sandy soil, full sun, medium moisture, not edible, and has no medicinal uses.
Habit
Evergreen tree
Height
3-10m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Sandy, well-drained
Shade
Partial shade to full sun
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Americas
Climatic Condition
Tropical, coastal
Temperature (°)
20-35°C
Humidity (%)
50-90%
Potting media
Organic compost
Fertilizers
10:10:10 NPK
Watering
Low
Plant Weight
5-15kg
Flowering Time
Year-round
Soil Ph level
6.0-8.0
Water Ph level
6.0-7.5
Soil EC
Low
Yield Per Plant
Timber, shade
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Coastal erosion control
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 30% sand, 20% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6-8 weeks with balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Leaf spot, Powdery mildew, Root rot, Aphids, Sooty mold
Symptoms
Black or brown spots on leaves, powdery coating, yellowing, sticky residue
Organic Remedies
Neem oil, garlic spray, baking soda solution, compost tea
In-Organic Remedies
Copper fungicide, insecticidal soap, systemic insecticides