Ideal Temperature for Chinese thorn-apple
Images of Chinese thorn-apple
Signs of Cold Stress in Chinese thorn-apple
Symptoms
Chinese thorn-apple tolerates cold well and flourishes best when temperatures exceed 68℉. In winter, maintain temperatures above 59℉. If temperatures drop below 50℉, while winter changes might not be obvious, spring may see reduced or absent sprouting.
Solutions
In spring, remove any sections that have not sprouted.
Signs of Heat Stress in Chinese thorn-apple
Symptoms
In summer, Chinese thorn-apple should be kept below 77℉. When temperatures surpass 86℉, the plant's leaves might lighten, curl, become prone to sunburn, and in severe cases, the whole plant could wilt and dry out.
Solutions
Remove any sun-damaged and desiccated portions. Relocate the plant to a spot offering protection from midday and afternoon sun, or use a shade cloth. Water the plant in the morning and evening to maintain soil moisture.
