Water
Clausena harmandiana prefers consistently moist soil but dislikes waterlogging. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering slightly during cooler months to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage in the pot.
Clausena harmandiana is a species of flowering plant in the Rutaceae family, native to Southeast Asia. It is a shrub or small tree.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves.
Keep consistently moist
50% intensity
Allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average to warm
50% intensity
Ideal temperatures range from 18-27°C. Protect from frost.
Regular feeding during growing season
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Clausena harmandiana prefers consistently moist soil but dislikes waterlogging. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering slightly during cooler months to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage in the pot.
Prune Clausena harmandiana to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Light pruning can be done anytime, but heavier pruning is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Propagate Clausena harmandiana from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Select healthy shoots, make a clean cut below a node, and dip the cut end in rooting hormone.
Plant in a well-draining potting mix and keep moist and warm.
Repot Clausena harmandiana every 2-3 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Spring is the ideal time for repotting, just as the plant begins its active growth phase.
Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Genus | Clausena |
| Species | Clausena harmandiana |
Similar in genus Clausena
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data