Wild Coffee (Casearia Sylvestris) is a perennial shrub in the Salicaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Casearia sylvestris is an evergreen shrub or small tree with long, slender branches and a very dense, globose crown, typically growing 4 to 6 meters tall.

Wild Coffee

Wild Coffee

Casearia Sylvestris

Casearia sylvestris is an evergreen shrub or small tree with long, slender branches and a very dense, globose crown, typically growing 4 to 6 meters tall.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen plant, medicinal plant, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Wild Coffee

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:Salicaceae
Genus:Casearia