Erythroxylum coca

Species

Also called coca, coke

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Erythroxylum coca
Photo: Franz Eugen Köhler, Köhler's Medizinal-Pflanzen · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons

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Typeshrub

“Erythroxylum coca, commonly known as the coca plant, is a fascinating shrub” — Erythroxylum coca: complete guide | GardenWorld

LightIndirect Bright (6 Hours)

“provide it with bright, indirect light” — How To Grow Erythroxylum coca | EarthOne

Waterregular watering, especially during the growing season

“The coca plant requires regular watering, especially during the growing season (spring and summer)” — Erythroxylum coca: complete guide | GardenWorld

Hardiness zonesfrost-sensitive

“The plant is frost-sensitive, and temperatures below 10 degrees Celsius can cause damage” — Erythroxylum coca: complete guide | GardenWorld

Height79–118 in

“Erythroxylum coca typically reaches heights of 2 to 3 meters” — Erythroxylum coca: complete guide | GardenWorld

Propagationseeds or cuttings

“Erythroxylum coca can be propagated through seeds or cuttings” — How To Grow Erythroxylum coca | EarthOne

Ready whenThe leaves can be harvested several times a year, usually every three to four months

“The leaves can be harvested several times a year, usually every three to four months” — How To Grow Erythroxylum coca | EarthOne

Toxicitynot toxic

“Erythroxylum coca is toxic due to the presence of alkaloids in its leaves” — How To Grow Erythroxylum coca | EarthOne

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