Cape Saffron

Also known as

Cassine barba, Cassine capensis, Cassine capensis colpoon, Cassine colpoon, Cassine ilicifolia, Cassine kraussiana, Cassine mucronata, Cassine paragua, Cassine serratifolia, Cassine sphaerocarpa, Celastrus barbarus, Elaeodendron ilicifolium, Elaeodendron kraussianum, Euonymus colpoon, Ilex crocea and Maurocenia phylliraea

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Cassine peragua

Genus

Cassine

Family

Celastraceae

Order

Celastrales

How to care for Cape Saffron

💦 Water

How often to water your Cape Saffron

Cape Saffron needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Cape Saffron in your home

Cape Saffron may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Cape Saffron in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Cape Saffron

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Cape Saffron: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cape Saffron after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Cape Saffron can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9b-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.