Vitellaria paradoxa aka Shea Butter

Taxonomy

Common names

Shea Butter, Shea Butter Tree, Shea Tree

How to care for Shea Butter

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Shea Butter prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Toxicity

Ploi's records do not contain confirmed information on the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event of accidental ingestion of plant material with questionable toxicity by you, a family member, or a pet, it is always a good idea to consult a healthcare professional.

Region of origin

Shea Butter’s native range is Tropical Africa - Senegal to Sudan, and to western Ethiopia and Uganda.


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