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Cunonia

Cunonia is a genus of shrubs and trees in the family Cunoniaceae. The genus has a disjunct distribution, with 24 species endemic to New Caledonia in the Pacific, and one species in Southern Africa. Leaves are opposite, simple or pinnate with a margin entire to serrate. Flowers are bisexual, white, red (pink to purple), or green, arranged in racemes. The fruit is a capsule opening first around the base then vertically, seeds are winged.

Scientific classification

Genus

Cunonia (Cunonia)

Family

Cunonia

Order

Woodsorrels, quandongs, and allies

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Evergreen

Leaf type

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Species

African red alder

Care Guide for Cunonia

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Cunonia prefers consistent hydration, needing watering every 1-2 weeks. It tolerates drought but is impacted by long dry spells. Thriving indoors, cunonia requires well-draining soil to avoid waterlogging, supporting its growth in environments with moderate moisture.

Propagation: Propagation of cunonia can be done via seeds or cuttings. Success depends on well-draining soil, adequate light, and suitable temperatures. Seeds may require stratification or scarification, while cuttings benefit from rooting hormone. Steps include preparing healthy stems, cutting, dipping in hormone, and planting in a peat-perlite mix.

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