Gmelina is a resilient plant that thrives with minimal care. Ensure it receives plenty of sunlight and occasional watering, allowing the soil to dry out between sessions. Special care points include protecting it from frost and ensuring good drainage to prevent root rot. Overall, gmelina is easy to care for and well-suited for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Watering schedule: Every 2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
| Care Difficulty | Easy |
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Watering Schedule | Every 2 weeks |
| Sunlight Requirements | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Garden Soil |
| Soil pH | 5.5-7 |
| Hardiness Zones |
9-10
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White teak (Gmelina arborea) is used commercially as a timber wood and also for wood pulp in the manufacture of particleboard and other wood composite materials. The leaves and fruits of the tree are used for fodder and as a foodstock for silkworms. This is a fast-growing deciduous tree that renews quickly.
The asian bushbeech is native to India and Southeast Asia. It is a spiny shrub that can grow up to 10 meters tall and produces clusters of tiny yellow blooms that make it a good ornamental option. The fruits also appear yellow when ripe. The genus name, Gmelina, honors Johann G. Gmelin, an 18th-Century German naturalist.
Common issues for Gmelina based on 10 million real cases
