What are the alternative names of Duranta erecta? Let us introduce you to its common names

Alternative names of Duranta erecta

Duranta erecta is also called fan-zai-ci, fence tree, yang-ci, flower-wall thorn, tong-qing, bai-jie, fan-zi-ci, golden dew drop, and sweet dew flower.

Ornamental value of Duranta erecta

Duranta erecta has a certain ornamental value, mainly for its flowers and fruit. The flowers of Duranta erecta are blue-purple or white, and it bears fruit; after autumn the fruit changes color, growing on the branches, and it is very much loved.

Duranta erecta has quite good ornamental value. It can be arranged in halls, or planted in the ground as a hedge.

Duranta erecta blooms in summer, autumn and winter, flowering and fruiting at the same time.

Growing habits of Duranta erecta

Duranta erecta likes light and can also tolerate partial shade. It likes a warm and humid climate, and its cold resistance is relatively weak. The plant is not cold-tolerant and is prone to freezing in winter, so it is best to overwinter it in a greenhouse or indoors. It likes fertile sandy soil, but it is quite adaptable to soil, and most soils are relatively suitable for its growth.

Duranta erecta is relatively tolerant of pruning.