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Sauropus androgynus 'Katuk' | Sweetleaf Bush | Star Gooseberry | Sauropus androgynus
Sauropus androgynus 'Katuk' is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial shrub native to Southeast Asian rainforests, prized as a nutrient-rich leafy green with tender shoots perfect for salads, stir-fries, or soups. This low-maintenance understory plant features glossy dark green leaves and can produce year-round harvests in tropical conditions, forming a dense hedge or container specimen. Its exceptional protein content, vitamins, and adaptability make it a staple in permaculture and home kitchens.
Growing Sauropus androgynus 'Katuk'
- Light: Partial shade to dappled sun; tolerates full sun with extra moisture.
- Soil: Well-drained loam, clay, or sandy; pH 6.0-7.0; tolerant of poor soils.
- Water: Consistently moist but not waterlogged; drought-tolerant once established.
- Maintenance: Regular pruning promotes bushy growth and tender leaves; fertilize with compost.
- Wildlife: Pollinator-friendly; attracts butterflies.
- Hardiness: USDA zones 10–12; frost-sensitive to 50°F, regrows from roots in mild winters.
Shipping Info
Sauropus androgynus 'Katuk' are shipped as young plant starts in 4" nursery pots. The plants can be re-potted after they recover from shipping stress approximately 1 to 2 weeks.
Growing Zones
9 - 11
Low Temperature
50°F
High Temperature
95°F
Fragrant
No
Polinator Required
No
Polinator Friendly
Yes
Flower Color
Red
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil
Well-drained loam, clay, sandy
Moisture
Moist but well-drained
Sun Exposure
Partial shade to full sun
Mature Spread
4-6 feet
Mature Height
6-10 feet
Bloom Period
Year-round in tropics
Pruning Time
Late winter/early spring
Pet Safe
Yes
Perennial / Annual
Perennial
Evergreen / Deciduous
Evergreen
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