Wild lime - Adelia (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Wild lime

Wild lime is a genus of flowering plants in the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae, subfamily Acalyphoideae. It is native to Latin America and the Caribbean, with one species extending northward into the southernmost part of Texas.

Scientific classification

Genus

Wild lime (Adelia)

Family

Spurge

Order

Nances, spurges, willows and allies

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Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

20 - 41 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Wild lime

Species

Vasey's wild lime

Care Guide for Wild lime

Every 2-3 weeks

Water

20 - 41 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Adapted to dry conditions, wild lime exhibits excellent drought tolerance, requiring watering every 2-3 weeks with soil allowed to dry. Typically grown outdoors, it effectively regulates water usage across varying climates, ensuring vitality even under moisture-scarce conditions.

Propagation: Wild lime propagates via seed sowing, semi-hardwood cuttings, or air layering. Successful propagation requires scarification/stratification for seeds, late summer cuttings treated with rooting hormone, well-draining soil, consistent warmth, and bright, indirect light. Care must be taken to avoid overwatering.

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