Is Che safe for pets?

Yes, Che (Maclura Tricuspidata) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Che easy to care for?

Che has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Che grow indoors?

Che is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Che (Maclura Tricuspidata) is a perennial tree in the Moraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Maclura tricuspidata is a deciduous tree native to East Asia, known for its edible fruit similar to mulberries and its use in silkworm cultivation.

Last updated: February 2026

Che

Maclura Tricuspidata

Maclura tricuspidata is a deciduous tree native to East Asia, known for its edible fruit similar to mulberries and its use in silkworm cultivation.

Quick Facts

Type

tree

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

6-9

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:fruit production, ornamental, wildlife attraction

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Che

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:Moraceae

Genus:Maclura