White Sour Bush (Choretrum Candollei) is a perennial shrub in the Santalaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Choretrum candollei is an erect, compact shrub or small tree growing up to 5 meters high, with sharply ridged branches below leaf scars and scale-like leaves.

White Sour Bush

White Sour Bush

Choretrum Candollei

Choretrum candollei is an erect, compact shrub or small tree growing up to 5 meters high, with sharply ridged branches below leaf scars and scale-like leaves.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for White Sour Bush

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:Santalaceae
Genus:Choretrum