Water
Water consistently, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during cooler winter months to prevent over-saturation.
Trichilia rubescens is a tropical tree native to the Americas, known for its glossy foliage and attractive fruit. It thrives in warm, humid conditions.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Prefers bright, filtered light. Avoid direct, harsh sunlight which can scorch leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid soggy conditions.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average to Warm
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-27°C. Protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 13°C.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during cooler winter months to prevent over-saturation.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done at any time, but major pruning is best performed in early spring before new growth begins.
Propagate Trichilia rubescens from seeds sown in a well-draining seed-starting mix. Germination can be slow and erratic.
Softwood cuttings taken in spring or summer, treated with rooting hormone and placed in a humid environment, can also be successful.
Repot young plants annually or every two years, and mature plants less frequently, when they become root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repotting is best done in the spring just as new growth starts.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Trichilia Rubescens (Trichilia rubescens)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Meliaceae |
| Genus | Trichilia |
| Species | Trichilia rubescens |
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