Eugenia

Family Myrtaceae. The plant's native range is the tropical and subtropical zones of the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. The most common species suitable for indoor cultivation include Eugenia myrtle-leaved, Eugenia small-leaved and Eugenia pointed-leaved. The most popular is the myrtle-leaved Eugenia, which grows in Australia.

This evergreen shrub grows up to 6 m tall in natural conditions. Branches are reddish or green, leaves small and glossy. Young leaves are reddish, older ones — dark green. If rubbed between the palms, they give off a pleasant aroma. Flowers are small, four-petaled, pale pink, gathered in racemose inflorescences. The decorative value is provided by the leaves and shoots.



Placement: Eugenia grows best in a bright, cool space, so in winter it should be placed in a room with good artificial lighting, away from heating appliances, and in summer, if possible, in a cool room with humid air.

Care: Young plants should be repotted annually in autumn or spring, mature plants — once every two to three years. Care must be taken that the base of the stem is not buried in soil. The most suitable mix is two parts turf soil, one part humus soil, one part leaf soil and one part sand. Water Eugenia abundantly during the warm season, avoiding soil drying out; in winter water moderately. The plant tolerates dry air poorly, so it should be regularly sprayed during the summer months. Pruning can give the plant a conical or pyramidal shape. Spring is the best time for pruning.

Propagation: Eugenia myrtle-leaved can be propagated in two ways: by seeds or by semi-ripe cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring. Cuttings are best taken at the end of summer and planted in moist sand for rooting, and transplanted into soil in October.

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