Fragrant premna (Premna odorata) is a fragrant shrub or small tree native to Southeast Asia, popular for its medicinal uses and aromatic foliage.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Indirect Light
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Can tolerate some direct morning sun but avoid intense afternoon heat.
Regular
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Allow top inch to dry between waterings. Reduce in cooler months.
Well-draining
50% intensity
Average Room Temperature
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid sudden temperature drops or drafts.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Monthly During Growing Season
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength from spring to summer. Do not fertilize in fall/winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water the Fragrant Premna regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler months, but do not let the soil become completely dry. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune Fragrant Premna to maintain its shape and encourage bushier growth. Pinch back young stems to promote branching. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Regular pruning will help keep the plant compact and can be done at any time of year, though heavier pruning is best in spring.
Propagate Fragrant Premna from stem cuttings. Take 4-6 inch cuttings from healthy, mature stems in spring or summer. Remove lower leaves and dip the cut end in rooting hormone.
Plant in a well-draining potting mix and keep moist and warm. Roots usually form within 4-6 weeks.
Repot Fragrant Premna every 1-2 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is one size larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repotting is best done in spring before the active growing season begins to minimize stress on the plant.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
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Photos of Fragrant Premna (Premna odorata)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Premna |
| Species | Premna odorata |
Similar in genus Premna
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