Water
Water Grey Teak regularly, especially during its establishment phase. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering frequency in cooler months to prevent waterlogged roots.
Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot.
Grey Teak (Gmelina dalrympleana) is a fast-growing tropical tree known for its durable timber, often used in construction and furniture. It thrives in warm climates.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers bright, direct sunlight for optimal growth and flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow topsoil to dry between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Loam
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in warm temperatures, ideally between 20-30°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with balanced fertilizer during growing season.
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 Grey Teak regularly, especially during its establishment phase. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering frequency in cooler months to prevent waterlogged roots.
Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot.
Prune Grey Teak to maintain shape and remove any dead, diseased, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done to encourage bushier growth.
Heavy pruning is best undertaken in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Grey Teak can be propagated from seeds, which require scarification and a warm germination period. Stem cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood in summer, treated with rooting hormone, and planted in a well-draining medium.
Repot young Grey Teak plants every 1-2 years in spring to provide fresh soil and more space for root growth. Mature trees generally do not require frequent repotting.
Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of compost and sand.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Grey Teak (Gmelina dalrympleana)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Gmelina |
| Species | Gmelina dalrympleana |
Similar in genus Gmelina
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