How to Grow and Care for Vitellaria

Vitellaria requires specific care conditions, making it a challenging plant for most growers. It needs a consistently warm and humid environment, with regular watering to maintain soil moisture but avoid waterlogging. Additionally, vitellaria demands high-quality, well-draining soil to prevent root rot. Special attention is needed to ensure it receives adequate sunlight, ideally filtered or partial shade, to thrive.

Watering schedule: Every week

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Planting and Growing Vitellaria

Care Difficulty	Hard
Watering Schedule	Every week
Hardiness Zones	10-12

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