Herrania umratica
AU$115.00
Price incl. GST (10%) AU$10.45
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Product Details
Herrania umbratica, a close relative of cacao, is a rare understory tree known for its unique ornamental leaves and edible fruit pods. Native to tropical rainforests, it produces deeply ribbed, elongated pods with sweet, mucilaginous pulp surrounding its seeds. Though not widely cultivated, it is valued by collectors and ethnobotanists for its potential in shaded agroforestry systems and chocolate breeding. Its growth habit is compact, making it suitable for large pots or greenhouse conditions in cooler climates. A real tropical, not likely suitable in Perth gardens outside.
Features
Ideal prune height: 2–3 m
pH range: 5.5–6.5
Sun preference: Shade to part shade
Minimum pot size by year 5: 45 L
Time to fruit: 4–6 years
Harvest period: Varies, typically wet season in tropics
Notable traits: Related to cacao, shade-loving, rare collector’s species
Herrania umbratica prefers humid, shaded environments with well-drained, organic-rich soil. In Perth or other dry zones, it must be protected from hot winds and direct sun. Regular watering and humidity boosting (misting, pebble trays, or nearby canopy plants) are essential, especially during summer. It thrives in greenhouse setups or indoor rainforest gardens with consistent warmth. Does not tolerance cold under 10c.
Ideal for collectors or experimental growers interested in rare cacao relatives, Herrania umbratica brings both botanical interest and potential fruit harvests. Suitable for greenhouse growers, rare plant collections, or tropical understory guilds.
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