White manjack is resistant to disease and generally not prone to illness. Regarding care, this plant is relatively low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs minimal watering, and larger specimens typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they have finished blooming. White manjack is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not require extensive care experience.
How to keep Cordia Alba.
Light
White manjack is native to open habitats, such as sunny meadows and forest margins, where plenty of light is available. It does best in Full Sun but can tolerate Partial Sun, handling a variety of light conditions.
Temperature
White manjack comes from tropical areas, where the weather is generally warm and humid. Consequently, it is adapted to high temperatures and humidity. It does not tolerate sudden temperature shifts and prefers a steady temperature, so indoor temperature fluctuations should be avoided. It typically cannot withstand cold and needs warmer conditions to grow. If temperatures drop too low, growth may stop or the plant may die.
Fertilizer
The best time to fertilize a White manjack is in early spring, as it comes out of dormancy. This encourages overall growth and flower development. Fertilization improves the foliage, stems, and branches, while encouraging large, vibrant, and long-lasting flowers. It helps move nutrients from the roots to the flowers and enhances the plant’s health and resistance to disease.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Tree, Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Cordia
- Family
- Boraginaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 10-12
- Mature Height
- 24.99 m
- Mature Spread
- 3.96 m to 7.01 m
- Leaf Color
- Green, Dark Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- White
- Flower Size
- 10.16 cm to 12.70 cm
- Bloom Time
- All year round
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- All year round
- Native Area
- Colombia, Belize, Cuba, Haiti, Mexico, Honduras, Guatemala, Venezuela, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Panama, Jamaica
Other names.
