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How to Grow and Care for Dracontomelon

Dracontomelon requires a stable environment with consistent humidity and temperature. Special care should be taken to provide indirect sunlight and well-draining soil to prevent root rot. Overwatering can be particularly detrimental, so it's crucial to water only when the top inch of the soil is dry.

Watering schedule: Every 2-3 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Dracontomelon

Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 2-3 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil pH	5.5-6.5

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