Variegated Clusia 45G

Variegated Clusia in 45-Gallon Pot available in Jupiter, FL

Bold, sculptural, and beautifully low-maintenance—the Variegated Clusia (Clusia rosea 'Variegata') in a 45-gallon pot makes an instant impact in any South Florida landscape. Also known as Variegated Autograph Tree, this tropical evergreen is prized for its thick, leathery leaves streaked with creamy white and lime green. The foliage alone makes it a living design statement, but it’s also tough, salt-tolerant, and adaptable—perfect for luxury hedging, privacy screens, or modern specimen plantings.

In a 45-gallon pot, this Clusia arrives as a mature, landscape-ready stunner that provides immediate structure and beauty.

Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):

• Sunlight: Grows in full sun to partial shade; brighter light enhances variegation.

• Watering: Moderate. Water deeply and allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Drought-tolerant once established.

• Soil: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil. Tolerates poor soils and coastal conditions.

• Fertilizer: Feed 2–3 times per year with a slow-release palm or shrub fertilizer to maintain vigor and color.

• Growth Habit: Dense, upright growth with wide, paddle-shaped leaves. In-ground, it can grow up to 20–25 feet tall, but is easily maintained at smaller sizes with pruning.

• Temperature: Thrives in USDA Zones 10–11. Loves heat, humidity, and even salty ocean air.

• Maintenance: Low. Prune lightly to maintain shape or promote dense hedging. Tolerates shearing but also looks great left natural.

Landscape & Design Notes:
This is not a fruiting or flowering focal point—it’s all about structure, color, and durability. Great for:

• Coastal gardens

• High-end hedges or privacy walls

• Modern, minimalist tropical landscapes

• Container gardens or poolside planters

Medicinal & Nutritional Benefits:
While not typically used for food or medicine, Clusia plants have been studied for their natural latex compounds and air-purifying properties in tropical climates. Caution: Not edible and mildly toxic if ingested—best suited for ornamental use.

Ideal For:

• Modern tropical landscapes

• High-end hedge installations

• Large container gardens or statement pots

• Salt-tolerant coastal zones

• Gardeners seeking hardy, decorative foliage

Plant Classification:

• Scientific Name: Clusia rosea 'Variegata'

• Plant Type: Tropical ornamental shrub/tree

• Family: Clusiaceae

• Class: Dicot

• Growth Form: Broadleaf evergreen perennial

  • Evergreen: Keeps colorful foliage year-round

  • Perennial: Long-lived and stable in the landscape

  • Broadleaf: Wide, glossy leaves with stunning variegation

• Container Size: 45-gallon pot

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