The Aleurites fordii, or tung-oil tree, typically begins flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
tung-oil tree
Aleurites fordii
The tung-oil tree's (Aleurites fordii) durable woody structure, vibrant colors, and amazing health benefits make it a truly amazing plant species. Its wood is used in furniture building and construction, providing a beautiful and long-lasting material. Its green and blue foliage change to crimson red in spring and summer. Its fragrant blooms produce an aromatic oil called tung oil, which is used for medicinal and cosmetic purposes ranging from skin care to joint relief. Tung-oil tree is also a valuable honey plant, providing essential nutrients to colonies of bees. Truly, this species is a powerhouse of uses and reasons to admire it.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Air Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
8 - 10
Flowers:
Reddish-white Flowers
Sun:
full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Tung-oil trees should be watered regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, but not soggy. Water the tree whenever the top 3 inches (7.62 cm) begin to feel dry. Depending on the soil type and temperature, this may happen every 5 to 10 days. Be sure to check the soil before watering to avoid overwatering. Water the tree slowly and deeply, so the roots can soak up the moisture. Pay close attention to the soil around the base of the tree, and water more if the soil is dry.
sunlight
he Tung-oil tree needs an abundance of full sunlight when planted outdoors. When growing in a container indoors, the tree needs at least 6-8 hours of bright, indirect light each day. The ideal location to plant the Tung-oil tree outdoors is a spot that has full, direct sunlight for at least 8 hours per day.
pruning
Tung-oil trees (Aleurites fordii) should be pruned annually. Pruning should be done during the late winter months when the tree is dormant. Start by removing dead, diseased, or damaged branches. Next, remove branches that compete for sunlight or those that are growing too close together. Thinning also helps to reduce the overall size of the tree and can help it look more attractive. Finally, prune back branches that are blocking walkways or other important structures. After all of the above steps have been completed, the tung-oil tree should look more attractive and its risk of diseases and pests should be lowered.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
The Aleurites fordii, or tung-oil tree, typically begins flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
