Tricalysia bagshawei is a shrub native to tropical Africa, characterized by its fragrant white flowers and glossy leaves, often found in forest understories.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, filtered light. Avoid direct, harsh sunlight.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average to Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid drastic temperature fluctuations and cold drafts.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
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 Tricalysia bagshawei thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler, dormant periods, but never let the soil become completely dry. Ensure good drainage in the pot.
Prune Tricalysia bagshawei to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done after flowering to manage size.
Avoid heavy pruning, which can shock the plant and reduce flowering. Use clean, sharp pruning tools.
Propagate Tricalysia bagshawei from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Dip cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining, moist potting mix.
Keep them in a warm, humid environment until roots form, typically after several weeks. Provide bottom heat for best results.
Repot Tricalysia bagshawei every 2-3 years or when it becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a peat-based blend with added perlite. Choose a pot one size larger than the current one.
Repot in spring before new growth begins for minimal stress.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Tricalysia Bagshawei (Tricalysia bagshawei) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Rubiaceae |
| Genus | Tricalysia |
| Species | Tricalysia bagshawei |
Similar in genus Tricalysia
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