Horse Sugar (Symplocos Tinctoria) is a perennial shrub, tree in the Symplocaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A deciduous or weakly evergreen shrub or small tree native to the southeastern United States, known for its chambered pith twigs and small orange-brown drupes.

Horse Sugar

Horse Sugar

Symplocos Tinctoria

A deciduous or weakly evergreen shrub or small tree native to the southeastern United States, known for its chambered pith twigs and small orange-brown drupes.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub, tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, wildlife habitat, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Horse Sugar

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:Symplocaceae
Genus:Symplocos