White Ironwood

Also known as

Asaphes undulata, Boscia undulata, Crantzia lanceolata, Crantzia paniculata, Cranzia paniculata, Duncania undulata, Myrica trifoliata, Scopolia inermis, Scopolia paniculata, Teclea sudanica, Toddalia inermis, Toddalia lanceolata florida, Toddalia paniculata, Toddalia trifoliata, Vepris inermis, Vepris obovata, Vepris paniculata, Vepris querimbensis, Vepris sudanica, Vepris undulata and Zanthoxylum undulatum

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Vepris lanceolata

Genus

Vepris

Family

Rutaceae

Order

Sapindales

How to care for White Ironwood

💦 Water

How often to water your White Ironwood

White Ironwood 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 White Ironwood in your home

White Ironwood 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 White Ironwood in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize White Ironwood

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for White Ironwood: 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 White Ironwood 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
White Ironwood 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.