Sterculia urens (Kateera-gum)

Sterculia urens (Kateera-gum) green leaves on branch, close up of foliage.
Sterculia urens (Kateera-gum) green leaves spread out on woody brown branch.

Botanical name: Sterculia urens

Common names: Kateera-gum, Katira, Kulu, Sterculia gum

Family: Malvaceae

Subfamily: Sterculioideae

Origin: India

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Large tree taller than 20 ftPlant used for bonsaiPlant form: Large tree; suitable for bonsai
Plant mature sizeMature height: 20 ft or more
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
White, off-white flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: White and off-white; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
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Kullu (Sterculia urens) is a beautiful tree with white skin.Sterculia urens is a fairly common variety bearing, in February and March, small, greenish-yellow flowers, hirsute and sticky. The leaves are hand-shaped and similar to those of the Sterculia foetida. It is found in dry forests in rocky areas. Extraction of gum is done during summer season. It has great medicinal value and is a highly valued gum in the international market. It is also used in confectionaries and chewing gums.

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Sterculia urens (Kateera-gum) with green leaves on a thin woody branch tree
Sterculia urens (Kateera-gum) leaves on a thin stem against a calm water background
Sterculia urens (Kateera-gum) orange flower buds close up on a branch
Sterculia urens (Kateera-gum) orange flower buds emerging along the woody branch
Sterculia urens (Kateera-gum) green heart-shaped leaves close up top view.
Sterculia urens (Kateera-gum) wide green leaves with distinct veins on brown mulch.


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