Strombosia ceylanica is a tree species native to South Asia and Southeast Asia. It is characterized by its ovate leaves and small, greenish flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Protect from intense, direct sunlight which can scorch leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; allow top layer to dry between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid sudden temperature fluctuations and drafts.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Strombosia ceylanica regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings, especially during warmer periods.
Reduce watering frequency in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Prune Strombosia ceylanica to maintain its shape and size, or to remove any dead or crossing branches.
Light pruning can be done anytime, but heavier pruning is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Use clean, sharp tools.
Propagate Strombosia ceylanica from seeds sown in spring or from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Seeds may require stratification.
Cuttings should be treated with rooting hormone and placed in a well-draining medium in a warm, humid environment.
Repot Strombosia ceylanica every 2-3 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Spring is the ideal time for repotting. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and loam.
Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Santalales |
| Family | Olacaceae |
| Genus | Strombosia |
| Species | Strombosia ceylanica |
Similar in genus Strombosia
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