Luma chequen
chequén
An upright, evergreen shrub or small tree with small, aromatic, dark green leaves. Cup-shaped white flowers 1.5cm across are produced in ones or threes in late summer and early autumn, followed by black berries
Size
Ultimate height
4–8 metresTime to ultimate height
20–50 yearsUltimate spread
4–8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White | Green | ||
| Autumn | White | Green | Black | |
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Myrtaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Luma are evergreen shrubs or small trees, some with attractive bark, with simple, entire, aromatic leaves and 4- or 5-petalled, bowl-shaped white flowers, followed by fleshy fruits
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Chile
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-drained soil in sun or partial shade
Propagation
Propagate by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Patio and container plants
- Mediterranean climate plants
- City and courtyard gardens
- Hedging and screens
- Wall side borders
Pruning
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free but should be treated with caution in gardens where honey fungus is known to occur
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