Pouteria lucuma — a medium houseplant
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Pouteria lucuma

Pouteria Lucuma

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Pouteria lucuma is a species of tree in the family Sapotaceae, cultivated for its fruit, the lúcuma. It is native to the Andean valleys of Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru.

CARE GUIDE

How to keep Pouteria Lucuma.

Humidity

This plant will thrive in moderate humidity, which is probably the level in your home. However, misting it a few times a week can be very beneficial. Make sure the room has good ventilation.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Genus
Pouteria
Family
Sapotaceae
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Eggfruit en Lucuma
PLATES
Pouteria lucuma leaf
PLATE 01 · leaf
Pouteria lucuma leaf
PLATE 02 · leaf
Pouteria lucuma flower
PLATE 03 · flower
Pouteria lucuma flower
PLATE 04 · flower
Pouteria lucuma fruit
PLATE 05 · fruit
Pouteria lucuma fruit
PLATE 06 · fruit
ALSO IN THE LIBRARY

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