Edgeworthia tomentosa — an easy houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Edgeworthia tomentosa

Edgeworthia Tomentosa

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A note from PlantMom

Paperbush has strong resistance to disease and is generally not susceptible to diseases. In terms of care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs only light watering, and larger specimens typically do not need pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they have finished blooming. Paperbusht is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or a deck, and does not require much plant-care experience.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Edgeworthia Tomentosa.

Light

Paperbush needs continuous exposure to abundant sunlight to do well. While it can tolerate slightly obscured sun for a while, truly thriving requires a large amount of light. Its light needs do not change with different growth stages. Native to sunny habitats, too little light causes weak, spindly growth, while too much can burn the leaves.

Temperature

The paperbush is a temperate woody plant that does best at temperatures of 59 to 95℉ (15 to 35℃). It is native to regions with temperatures ranging from 53 to 86℉ (12 to 30℃). In winter, it is recommended to set temperatures to roughly 32 to 50℉ (0 to 10℃) to encourage dormancy.

Fertilizer

Timing is important for fertilizing Paperbush. Apply fertilizer in early spring and continue monthly through early summer. Fertilizer encourages attractive blooms and supplies energy during both dormant and active growth phases.

Pot & Repot

When repotting Paperbush, select a container 1-2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) larger with good drainage. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repot in spring or fall, making sure the root ball sits slightly lower than the pot rim. Water thoroughly after repotting and place it in a warm spot with indirect sunlight.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Shrub
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Edgeworthia
Family
Thymelaeaceae
Hardiness Zone
8-10
Mature Height
0.61 m to 2.13 m
Mature Spread
1.22 m to 1.83 m
Leaf Color
Green, Silver
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Size
3.05 cm to 5.08 cm
Bloom Time
Early spring, Winter
Planting Time
Spring, Autumn
Harvest Time
Mid spring, Late spring
Native Area
Myanmar, China
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Oriental paperbush en Paper bush en Indian paper tree en Mitsumata
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Edgeworthia tomentosa fruit
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