Swartzia lucida is a tropical tree known for its compound leaves and often inconspicuous flowers, typically found in rainforest environments.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers bright, indirect light.
75% intensity
Avoid prolonged exposure to direct, harsh sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
Regular watering, allow topsoil to dry slightly between applications.
50% intensity
Ensure excellent drainage to prevent root rot.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average room temperatures are ideal.
50% intensity
Keep away from cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations. Tolerates temperatures between 18-24°C.
Feed during growing season.
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength monthly from spring to late summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Swartzia lucida prefers consistently moist soil but dislikes waterlogging. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry.
Reduce watering slightly in cooler months, allowing the soil to dry out a bit more between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
Prune Swartzia lucida to maintain its shape and remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Light pruning can be done year-round, but heavier pruning is best performed in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. This encourages bushier growth.
Propagation is typically done via stem cuttings. Take cuttings from healthy stems in spring or summer, dip the cut end in rooting hormone, and plant them in a well-draining potting mix.
Keep the cuttings consistently moist and warm, and they should root within a few weeks.
Repot Swartzia lucida every 2-3 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and sand.
Repotting is best done in spring.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Swartzia Lucida (Swartzia lucida) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Swartzia |
| Species | Swartzia lucida |
Similar in genus Swartzia
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