Clavija longifolia
A sparsely branching, tropical, evergreen tree, with a trunk to about 4m (13ft) high on which long lance-shaped green leaves are borne, producing a palm-like appearance. Small orange flowers are produced on slender racemes directly from the trunk and followed by golf-ball sized, bright orange, edible fruit.
Size
Ultimate height
2.5–4 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
1.5–2.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Orange | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | Orange | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H1BBotanical details
- Family
- Theophrastaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in a moisture-retentive, but well drained compost and a position in full sun or partial shade, in a conservatory, greenhouse, or as a houseplant indoors in the UK
Propagation
Propate by seed
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
Pests
May be susceptible to red spider mite, scale insects and mealy bug
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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