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Plant Care
Wedding bush
(Ricinocarpos pinifolius)
Also Known As
Wedding bush, Mongongo, Mongongo nut, Kalahari nut
About This Plant
Ricinocarpos pinifolius is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 2 meters tall. It has needle-like leaves and small white flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. The plant produces small, woody capsules that contain seeds.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
3-6 feet (0.9-1.8 meters) tall and 3-4 feet (0.9-1.2 meters) wide
Light Requirements
Ricinocarpos pinifolius prefers full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some shade but will not bloom as well.
Humidity Needs
This plant does not have specific humidity requirements and can tolerate a range of humidity levels.
Fertilizing Schedule
Fertilize once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Pruning Guidelines
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove any dead or diseased wood.
Common Pests and Diseases
Ricinocarpos pinifolius is generally pest and disease-free.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor growth
Watering Schedule
This plant prefers well-drained soil and does not like to be over-watered. Water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Temperature Range
Ricinocarpos pinifolius can tolerate a range of temperatures, from hot summers to cold winters. It is hardy to USDA zones 8-10.
Growing Season
Late spring to early summer
Growing Difficulty Level
This plant is relatively easy to grow and care for.
USDA Hardiness Zones
8-10
Did You Know?
Ricinocarpos pinifolius is also known as the 'Pine-leafed Wedge-pea' because of its needle-like leaves and wedge-shaped fruit.
