Water
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage.
Reduce watering frequency during winter months to allow the soil to dry out more thoroughly between waterings.
Plerandra osyana is an evergreen tree native to New Caledonia, featuring glossy, deeply lobed leaves and producing ornamental fruits.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers bright, indirect light.
75% intensity
Avoid direct, harsh sunlight which can scorch leaves. Tolerates partial shade.
Keep soil moderately moist during the growing season.
50% intensity
Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average room temperatures.
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C during the day and slightly cooler at night. Avoid cold drafts.
Feed during the growing season.
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4-6 weeks from spring to summer.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage.
Reduce watering frequency during winter months to allow the soil to dry out more thoroughly between waterings.
Prune to maintain shape and size, or to remove dead or damaged branches. Pinch back young shoots to encourage bushier growth. Heavy pruning can be done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Propagate primarily through stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm cuttings from healthy stems in spring or summer. Plant them in a well-draining potting mix and keep moist. Rooting may take several weeks to months.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot one size larger than the current one. Repotting is best done in spring before the active growing season begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Plerandra Osyana (Plerandra osyana)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Araliaceae |
| Genus | Plerandra |
| Species | Plerandra osyana |
Similar in genus Plerandra
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