Copalchi (Hintonia Latiflora) is a perennial shrub in the Rubiaceae 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 safe for cats and dogs.

Hintonia latiflora is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America, known for its medicinal properties and use in traditional medicine.

Copalchi

Copalchi

Hintonia Latiflora

Hintonia latiflora is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America, known for its medicinal properties and use in traditional medicine.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Copalchi

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
...
Jun
...
Jul
...
Aug
...
Sep
...
Oct
...
Nov
...
Dec
...

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.

Humidity Trick

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

Copalchi
Copalchi detail

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Rubiaceae
Genus:Hintonia