Parry's Tetracoccus (Tetracoccus Dioicus) is a perennial shrub in the Picrodendraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low, drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Tetracoccus dioicus is an erect shrub reaching about 2 meters with gray-barked branches that are bright red when young. It produces small red flowers and grows in a tangled shrub form.

Parry's Tetracoccus

Parry's Tetracoccus

Tetracoccus Dioicus

Tetracoccus dioicus is an erect shrub reaching about 2 meters with gray-barked branches that are bright red when young. It produces small red flowers and grows in a tangled shrub form.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
low, drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
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Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, rocky, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Parry's Tetracoccus

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Prune
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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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Parry's Tetracoccus
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Taxonomy

Family:Picrodendraceae
Genus:Tetracoccus