Water
Water regularly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as Trichilia hirta prefers well-drained conditions. Reduce watering frequency during the dormant winter months to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage in pots.
Also known as Red-Cedar
Trichilia hirta, commonly known as broomstick, is a tropical shrub or small tree with glossy, compound leaves and small, fragrant flowers, often found in its native Flori
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct morning sun, but avoid intense afternoon sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures between 18-25°C. Protect from frost and cold drafts.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as Trichilia hirta prefers well-drained conditions. Reduce watering frequency during the dormant winter months to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage in pots.
Prune to maintain shape and size, or to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done at any time, but heavier pruning is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges.
Use clean, sharp tools.
Easily propagated from seeds sown in spring. Germination may be slow and erratic. Cuttings taken from semi-hardwood in summer can also be rooted under humid conditions with bottom heat.
Repot young plants annually in spring, and mature plants every 2-3 years. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current root ball.
Repotting provides fresh nutrients and space for root growth.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Broomstick (Trichilia hirta)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Meliaceae |
| Genus | Trichilia |
| Species | Trichilia hirta |
Similar in genus Trichilia
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