Woodland Coffee, Yaupon Coffee

At maturity, this species reaches approximately 3-5 feet tall, presenting Dark green, glossy, needle-like leaves along with Inconspicuous, greenish flowers, followed by Produces oblong fruit that is red to purple when mature. These features are supported by a reliable Fibrous root system, ensuring stability and sustained growth.

Native to Eastern North America, Woodland Coffee, Yaupon Coffee thrives in Prefers moist, well-drained soils in shaded areas at elevations around Low to moderate elevations. Best suited for USDA Hardiness Zone 5 to 9. Whether grown indoor, in a curated garden or a more natural setting, its ecological requirements help maintain its vigor over time.

You can use our free plant identify app PlantPlants to chose the best spot for Woodland Coffee, Yaupon Coffee, This plant prefers Partial shade to full shade and flourishes in Loamy, well-draining soil with a soil pH of about 6.0 to 7.0.

Woodland Coffee, Yaupon Coffee needs watering,Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, guided by PlantPlants app, You can get plants daily watering schedule. to maintain Moist, ensure steady hydration. Applying water through Water at the base to avoid wetting foliage supports even distribution and helps prevent overwatering or dryness.

Woodland Coffee, Yaupon Coffee performs best within 20 F to 85 F (-6 C to 29 C). Its ideal growth occurs at around 60 F to 75 F (15 C to 24 C), though it tolerates ranges from 15 F (-9 C) to 100 F (38 C). Additionally, maintaining Moderate humidity encourages healthy foliage and overall plant vigor.

Feeding with Balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the recommended Seasonal Application Frequency on PlantPlants App keeps nutrients balanced. Incorporating Compost or organic matter enhances soil structure and fertility, while staying alert to Yellowing leaves, stunted growth helps you adjust care as needed to maintain optimal plant health.

Regular attention ensures this plant’s beauty and longevity. Late winter or early spring for Thin out older branches to promote growth tidies its appearance, while Every 2-3 years may be necessary as it grows, requiring a One size larger increase and a fresh Well-draining potting mix with organic matter. for Staking or Support. None typically needed.

During Winter, growth may slow and some Evergreen; little to no leaf drop can occur. For those looking to propagate, consider Seeds or cuttings and provide Cold stratification for seeds when starting from seed. If using cuttings, follow Take semi-hardwood cuttings and maintain high humidity to ensure successful rooting and healthy new plants.

our free plant identify and care app PlantPlants can help you diagnosisWoodland Coffee, Yaupon Coffee problems.Though generally robust, keep watch for Spider mites, aphids and remain vigilant against Root rot if overwatered. Implementing Good drainage, avoid overhead watering and applying Insecticidal soap, remove affected areas when issues arise will help sustain the plant thriving.

This plant pairs nicely with Ferns, shade-tolerant perennials and shows None noted, making it a flexible choice for various Understory plants, foundation planting.

the Edible Parts: Fruit (in small quantities). Toxicty of Woodland Coffee, Yaupon Coffee, Not toxic; however, ingestion of large quantities should be avoided. learning about its Late summer to fall; collect ripe fruit, Can be brewed as a coffee substitute, and Contains some caffeine (lower than traditional coffee) can be intriguing for culinary explorers. Some traditions highlight its Traditionally used for various ailments by indigenous peoples or note its Used in traditional beverages.

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