Manjekia maturbongsii Plant Care
Manjekia maturbongsii (W.J.Baker & Heatubun) W.J.Baker & Heatubun
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Manjekia is a monotypic genus of palm for a species of palm native to Biak island, Indonesia, off the northwest coast of New Guinea. The genus was proposed in 2014.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect to full sun
65–85°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Manjekia maturbongsii?
Water Manjekia maturbongsii every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect to full sun. It prefers temperatures of 65–85°F (18–29°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Manjekia maturbongsii Native To?
What Is the Manjekia maturbongsii?
Manjekia maturbongsii (Manjekia maturbongsii) belongs to the Arecaceae family within the Manjekia genus. Manjekia maturbongsii is native to Biak island, Indonesia, off the northwest coast of New Guinea.
Manjekia maturbongsii displays a tall, single-trunk palm growth habit, reaching up to 10 ft tall with a spread of approximately 5 ft. Manjekia maturbongsii produces creamy white inflorescence.
Leaf size: approximately 24 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Manjekia maturbongsii?
Manjekia maturbongsii requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Manjekia maturbongsii Need?
Manjekia maturbongsii thrives in bright indirect to full sun. Avoid placing Manjekia maturbongsii in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect to full sun
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Manjekia maturbongsii Prefer?
Manjekia maturbongsii grows best at temperatures of 65–85°F. Manjekia maturbongsii prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Manjekia maturbongsii?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Manjekia maturbongsii to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Manjekia maturbongsii?
Feed Manjekia maturbongsii every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Manjekia maturbongsii?
Repot every 2-3 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Manjekia maturbongsii?
Manjekia maturbongsii can be propagated through seeds, division of offsets.
Is the Manjekia maturbongsii Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Manjekia maturbongsii, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Manjekia maturbongsii?
Manjekia maturbongsii is susceptible to spider mites, mealybugs, scale insects. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Manjekia maturbongsii Need?
Manjekia maturbongsii grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Manjekia maturbongsii is native to Biak island, Indonesia, off the northwest coast of New Guinea. In cooler regions, grow Manjekia maturbongsii as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Manjekia maturbongsii is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Manjekia genus — compare its care with other Manjekia species on PlantoScan.
Manjekia is part of the Arecaceae plant family — browse all Arecaceae genera and species.
Manjekia maturbongsii thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Manjekia maturbongsii (W.J.Baker & Heatubun) W.J.Baker & Heatubun, family Arecaceae (first published in Kew Bull. 69(3)-9525: 10 (2014)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Manjekia maturbongsii, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13b, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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