Mexican buckeye (Ungnadia)

Mexican buckeye

Mexican buckeye is a genus of flowering plants in the family Sapindaceae containing one species, a shrub or small tree native to northern Mexico as well as Texas and southern New Mexico in the United States.

Scientific classification

Genus

Mexican buckeye (Ungnadia)

Family

Soapberry

Order

Maples, mangos, mahogany, citrus, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

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Species

Mexican buckeye

Care Guide for Mexican buckeye

Every 2 weeks

Water

Water: Mexican buckeye prefers semi-arid conditions and intermittent rainfall, thriving in drier climates. It requires minimal watering every two weeks and is ideally suited for outdoor cultivation and xeriscaping, leveraging its drought-resistant qualities to conserve water.

Propagation: Propagation of mexican buckeye primarily occurs through seed sowing after stratification to break dormancy. Successful methods require well-draining soil, warmth, and sun exposure. Stratify seeds in a refrigerator for 1-3 months, then sow in soil and maintain moisture until germination, which takes weeks.

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