Melicope ternata
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Basic Information
Family: Rutaceae
Genus: melicope
Plant ID (slug): melicope-ternata
Numeric ID: 25964
USDA Hardiness: 9-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Melicope ternata is an evergreen Tree growing to 6 m (19ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10 and is frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
New Zealand.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; South Wall. By. West Wall. By.
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Edible Uses: Gum The plant yields an edible gum that is used for chewing[46, 61, 173, 177]. It sweetens the breath[173].
Medicinal Uses
Antihalitosis Antihalitosis[173].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Melicope ternata