Growing Guide: La Cach
Growing Tips
Also known as: La Cach, Coastal Premna, Headache Tree, Agara, Arani, Vasa
Plant La Cach in full sun and provide sandy, well-draining soil. This fast-growing evergreen fruiting tree thrives in warm climates and can reach approximately 20 ft. tall. Water regularly while establishing, then adjust watering as needed while avoiding waterlogged soil. Prune to maintain a manageable size and encourage a bushy growth habit. Its aromatic leaves can be harvested for culinary use, while its small greenish-white flowers attract pollinators and develop into deep purple berries. Our La Cach is grown from seed and is capable of producing a harvest within the growing season. Outdoors, it is suited to Zones 9–11 with frost protection; in colder climates, it can be grown on a patio or in a greenhouse in Zone 4 and above.
Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Premna serratifolia |
| Common Names | La Cach, Coastal Premna, Headache Tree, Agara, Arani, Vasa |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Origin | Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands |
| Plant Type | Evergreen Fruiting Tree |
| Harvest Season | Summer–Fall |
| Mature Size | 20 ft. tall |
| Soil & Moisture | Sandy, well-draining soil |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
| Self-Fertile | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Zone Hardiness | Outdoors: Zones 9–11 with frost protection; Patio/Greenhouse: Zone 4+ |
| Propagation | Seed |
| Time to Harvest | Within the growing season |
| Special Features | Aromatic edible foliage, deep purple fruit, pollinator-attracting flowers |
