Clusia 45G

Clusia in 45-Gallon Pot available in Jupiter, FL

Lush, bold, and built for Florida—Clusia (Clusia rosea or Clusia guttifera) in a 45-gallon pot is a landscape-ready statement shrub or tree that instantly elevates any tropical design. Known for its thick, glossy leaves and clean architectural form, Clusia is one of South Florida’s most popular choices for hedging, privacy walls, and modern garden borders. Salt-tolerant, heat-loving, and beautifully low-maintenance, it thrives in harsh conditions where other plants might struggle.

This 45-gallon specimen is ideal for homeowners and designers who want immediate impact—no waiting required.

Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):

• Sunlight: Full sun to part shade; performs best with at least 6 hours of sun daily for dense growth.

• Watering: Water deeply during establishment, then reduce frequency. Highly drought-tolerant once established.

• Soil: Well-drained sandy or loamy soils preferred. Clusia tolerates rocky, nutrient-poor, and coastal soils with ease.

• Fertilizer: Apply a slow-release fertilizer 2–3 times per year to encourage new growth and maintain rich leaf color.

• Growth Habit: Dense, upright growth with thick paddle-shaped leaves. In this 45-gallon size, trees can range from 6–8 feet tall and grow to 20+ feet in height in-ground if left unpruned.

• Temperature: Best suited for USDA Zones 10–11. Loves heat, humidity, and coastal exposure.

• Maintenance: Low. Can be left natural or shaped into hedges, columns, or even topiary with regular pruning.

Landscape Notes:
Clusia is a powerhouse plant for:

• Luxury privacy hedges

• Poolside or patio backdrops

• Coastal and salt-exposed gardens

• Architectural garden designs needing bold structure

• Clients wanting a mature, established look right away

Medicinal & Nutritional Benefits:
Primarily ornamental. Not edible. Contains a latex-like sap that may cause irritation if handled excessively. In tropical research, Clusia has been studied for potential antimicrobial properties—but its value is visual, not culinary or medicinal.

Ideal For:

• Instant privacy and sound screening

• Salt-tolerant beachfront or coastal gardens

• High-end residential or commercial installs

• Bold focal planting in large beds or containers

• Homeowners who want big beauty with little fuss

Plant Classification:

• Scientific Name: Clusia rosea or Clusia guttifera

• Plant Type: Tropical ornamental shrub/tree

• Family: Clusiaceae

• Class: Dicot

• Growth Form: Broadleaf evergreen perennial

  • Evergreen: Holds its leaves and color year-round

  • Perennial: Long-lived and stable in the landscape

  • Broadleaf: Large, leathery leaves that deliver consistent structure and style

• Container Size: 45-gallon pot

Jupiter Farms & Nursery