Coffea arabica

An evergreen shrub or small tree in the family Rubiaceae, the source of most of the world's coffee, also grown as a glossy-leaved pianta di appartamento.

Guida alla cura

Luce

Bright, indirect light; protect from harsh direct sun, which scorches the glossy leaves. Good light supports eventual flowering and berry production in mature plants.

Acqua

Keep the soil consistently moist during growth, watering when the top 2 cm dry out. Coffee dislikes both drying out (leaf droop and browning) and waterlogging. Reduce slightly in winter.

Substrato

Rich, slightly acidic, ben drenante mix with peat/coir and organic matter.

Temperatura e umidità

Warm, 18-26 °C; keep above 13 °C. Loves HIGH humidity; dry air causes brown leaf edges.

Concimazione

Feed every 2-4 weeks in primavera e estate with a equilibrato fertilizer, ideally one for acid-loving plants.

Potatura

Prune in spring to control height and encourage bushiness. ⚠️ All parts contain caffeine and are tossico per pets if eaten; the raw beans are also not for consumption untreated.