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Beach Almond

About Beach Almond

Beach Almond is a relatively rare houseplant 🌿 that is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Beach Almond belongs to the Terminalia genus, and is native to Tropical Asia, Northern Australia, Polynesia, and Malaysia.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Terminalia catappa

Genus

Terminalia

Family

Combretaceae

Order

Myrtales

Also known as

Country almond, False kamani, Indian almond, Malabar almond, Sea almond and Tropical almond

How to care for Beach Almond

💦 Water

How often to water your Beach Almond

Beach Almond 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 Beach Almond in your home

Beach Almond love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Beach Almond does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Beach Almond

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Beach Almond: 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 Beach Almond after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Beach Almond is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

💦 Water Needs

Beach Almond prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Beach Almond requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 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.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Beach Almond will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Beach Almond can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-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.