Water
Water moderately, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering frequency during cooler months to prevent waterlogging.
Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot, especially in container-grown specimens.
Also known as Bitangoor Boonot · Nicobar Canoetree
Bintangor Bunut (Calophyllum soulattri) is a large tropical tree with valuable timber and medicinal properties, native to Southeast Asia.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct sun, especially in cooler climates.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained, sandy loam to clay loam
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid extreme temperature fluctuations and cold drafts.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering frequency during cooler months to prevent waterlogging.
Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot, especially in container-grown specimens.
Prune lightly to maintain shape and remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. This can be done in late spring after flowering.
Avoid heavy pruning as it can stress the plant and affect flowering for the following season.
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or by seed. Seeds require stratification and may have variable germination rates. Cuttings typically root best in a well-draining medium with bottom heat.
Repot young plants every 2-3 years in spring, or when root-bound. Mature plants can be repotted less frequently, perhaps every 4-5 years. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat, sand, and compost.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Bintangor Bunut (Calophyllum soulattri)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Calophyllaceae |
| Genus | Calophyllum |
| Species | Calophyllum soulattri |
Similar in genus Calophyllum
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