Woodbury’s stingingbush

At maturity, this species reaches approximately 3 to 5 feet tall, presenting Simple, ovate leaves; dark green with a glossy texture along with Small, pink to white flowers in clusters, followed by Fruiting occurs with small, round berries. These features are supported by a reliable Shallow, fibrous root system, ensuring stability and sustained growth.

Native to Native to tropical regions of Central America, Woodbury’s stingingbush thrives in Prefers disturbed areas, edge of forests at elevations around Sea level to about 1,200 meters. Best suited for USDA Hardiness Zone 10 to 11. 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 Woodbury’s stingingbush, This plant prefers Full sun to partial shade and flourishes in Well-draining, sandy or loamy soil with a soil pH of about 6.0 to 7.5.

Woodbury’s stingingbush needs watering,Moderate; allows soil to dry out between waterings, guided by PlantPlants app, You can get plants daily watering schedule. to maintain Medium, ensure steady hydration. Applying water through Top watering; avoid overwatering supports even distribution and helps prevent overwatering or dryness.

Woodbury’s stingingbush performs best within 20 F to 95 F (-6 C to 35 C). Its ideal growth occurs at around 70 F to 85 F (21 C to 29 C), though it tolerates ranges from 15 F to 100 F (-9 C to 38 C). Additionally, maintaining Moderate to high 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 to enhance nutrient content enhances soil structure and fertility, while staying alert to Yellowing leaves, poor growth helps you adjust care as needed to maintain optimal plant health.

Regular attention ensures this plant’s beauty and longevity. Late winter to early spring before new growth starts for Light shaping; remove dead or overcrowded branches tidies its appearance, while Every 2 to 3 years or when root-bound may be necessary as it grows, requiring a Move up by 1 to 2 inches in diameter increase and a fresh Standard potting mix with added perlite for drainage. for Staking or Support. Not typically required unless in windy areas.

During Not a true dormancy; may slow growth in cooler months, growth may slow and some Evergreen; retains foliage year-round can occur. For those looking to propagate, consider Seed propagation and cuttings and provide Warm temperatures, constant moisture when starting from seed. If using cuttings, follow Use semi-hardwood cuttings; rooting hormone can enhance success to ensure successful rooting and healthy new plants.

our free plant identify and care app PlantPlants can help you diagnosisWoodbury’s stingingbush problems.Though generally robust, keep watch for Aphids, spider mites and remain vigilant against Root rot if overwatered. Implementing Regular inspections, proper watering techniques and applying Insecticidal soap for pests; improve drainage for diseases when issues arise will help sustain the plant thriving.

This plant pairs nicely with Other shrubs and perennials and shows Minimal known interactions, making it a flexible choice for various Ornamental shrub, wildlife habitat.

the Edible Parts: Berries. Toxicty of Woodbury’s stingingbush, Generally considered non-toxic. learning about its Berries can be harvested when fully ripe, Can be used in jams, jellies, or eaten fresh, and High in vitamin C and antioxidants can be intriguing for culinary explorers. Some traditions highlight its Traditionally used in herbal remedies by local cultures or note its Valued for both ornamental and practical uses in landscaping.

With an Not evaluated, proper Habitat preservation efforts in areas where it is native