Bladdernuts (Staphylea)

Bladdernuts

Bladdernuts are woodland shrubs with deciduous leaves, though sometimes they can grow to be small trees. They are often cultivated as garden ornamentals, mostly for their compact-growth form and white to pink, pendant flowers that bloom in mid-spring. The flowers are followed by papery, bladder-like fruits that carry brown, nut-like seeds (which is why they're called bladdernuts!).

Scientific classification

Genus

Bladdernuts (Staphylea)

Family

Bladdernut

Order

Crabapple bushes, bladdernuts, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Deciduous

Leaf type

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Species

Common bladdernut Common euscaphis American bladdernut Bumald bladdernut Caucasian bladdernut Staphylea indochinensis Staphylea holocarpa var. rosea

Care Guide for Bladdernuts

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

0 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Originating from regions with variable moisture, bladdernuts shows moderate drought tolerance. It thrives with watering every 1-2 weeks, balancing hydration and drainage. As an outdoor plant, growth cycles depend on natural rain patterns, necessitating careful watering during prolonged dry spells.

Propagation: Propagation of bladdernuts is achieved through seeds or cuttings, requiring adequate light, temperature, and well-draining soil. Seeds require stratification, while cuttings need rooting hormone and humid conditions. Both methods present moderate difficulty with specific steps for successful growth.

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