Joewood (Jacquinia Keyensis) is a perennial shrub in the Primulaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Jacquinia keyensis, commonly known as Joewood, is a slow-growing evergreen shrub or small tree native to the West Indies and southern Florida coastal regions.

Joewood

Joewood

Jacquinia Keyensis

Jacquinia keyensis, commonly known as Joewood, is a slow-growing evergreen shrub or small tree native to the West Indies and southern Florida coastal regions.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
10-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, windbreak, wildlife habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Joewood

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:Primulaceae
Genus:Jacquinia