Long Key Locustberry (Byrsonima Lucida) is a perennial shrub, tree in the Malpighiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Byrsonima lucida is a multi-trunked shrub or small tree native to Florida and the Caribbean, known for its showy flowers and evergreen foliage.

Long Key Locustberry

Long Key Locustberry

Byrsonima Lucida

Byrsonima lucida is a multi-trunked shrub or small tree native to Florida and the Caribbean, known for its showy flowers and evergreen foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub, tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
10-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator attractor, drought tolerant shrub

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Long Key Locustberry

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Malpighiaceae
Genus:Byrsonima