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    BROUSSONETIA
    BROUSSONETIA
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    BROUSSONETIA

    Genus of about 7 species of deciduous trees and shrubs from woodland in eastern Asia and Polynesia.

    In regions with cooler summers if remains as a large shrub.

    The bark is used to make high-quality paper and the inner bark, tapa, a cloth used now as ceremonial costume in Pacific Island communities.

    B. papyrifera is the only widely cultivated species.

    Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
    • Good to know
      Of the 7 species of the genus B. papyrifera is the only widely cultivated species. Tolerant of heat, pollution and poor soil.
    • Pests & Diseases
      Canker, leaf spot.
    • Place of origin
      Eastern Asia, Polynesia.
    • Deciduous
      Tree and shrubs
    • Tall Shrub
      Remains as shrub in areas with cool summers.
    • Full shade
    • Full sun
      Well drained. Shelter from wind.
    • Partial shade
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    All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants. Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
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