Aglaia densitricha Plant Care
Aglaia densitricha Pannell
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Aglaia densitricha is a species of plant in the family Meliaceae. It is a tree endemic to Peninsular Malaysia.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect light
65–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Aglaia densitricha?
Plant Aglaia densitricha in bright indirect light (USDA zones 13b) and water a young shrub every 7–10 days until it is established. It tolerates temperatures of 65–80°F (18–27°C). Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Aglaia densitricha Native To?
What Is the Aglaia densitricha?
Aglaia densitricha (Aglaia densitricha) belongs to the Meliaceae family within the Aglaia genus. Aglaia densitricha is native to Peninsular Malaysia.
Aglaia densitricha displays a compact, bushy shrub growth habit, reaching up to 3 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Aglaia densitricha produces small, fragrant clusters of yellow flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Aglaia densitricha?
Water a young or newly planted Aglaia densitricha every 7–10 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established shrubs mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Until established; then in dry spells
What Light Does the Aglaia densitricha Need?
Aglaia densitricha thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Aglaia densitricha in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Aglaia densitricha Prefer?
Aglaia densitricha tolerates temperatures of 65–80°F. Aglaia densitricha prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–80°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Aglaia densitricha?
Well-draining, fertile soil with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Aglaia densitricha to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Aglaia densitricha?
Feed Aglaia densitricha every 6 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established shrubs in good soil often need little extra feeding, so let weak growth or pale foliage guide you.
Stop feeding by late summer so new growth can harden before winter.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.
Where Should You Plant a Aglaia densitricha?
Choose a spot with bright indirect light and well-draining, fertile soil with added organic matter. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.
Aglaia densitricha is suited to USDA Zone 13b.
Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped shrubs in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.
How Far Apart Should You Plant a Aglaia densitricha?
Aglaia densitricha can spread to about 2 ft (0.6 m) and reach about 3 ft (1 m) tall. Space plants about 2 ft (0.6 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.
Planning a row or hedge? Try the plant spacing calculator.
How Do You Prune a Aglaia densitricha?
Prune Aglaia densitricha while it is dormant in late winter: first remove dead, damaged and crossing branches, then thin lightly for shape.
If it flowers in spring, prune right after flowering instead so you don't remove next year's buds. Never take off more than about a quarter of the shrub in one year.
How Do You Care for a Aglaia densitricha in Winter?
Aglaia densitricha is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 13). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.
How Do You Propagate a Aglaia densitricha?
Aglaia densitricha can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to aglaia aherniana plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Aglaia densitricha Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Aglaia densitricha, 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 Aglaia densitricha?
Aglaia densitricha is susceptible to aphids, scale insects, spider mites. 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 Aglaia densitricha Need?
Aglaia densitricha grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Aglaia densitricha is native to Peninsular Malaysia. In cooler regions, grow Aglaia densitricha as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Aglaia densitricha 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 Aglaia genus — compare its care with other Aglaia species on PlantoScan.
Aglaia is part of the Meliaceae plant family — browse all Meliaceae genera and species.
Aglaia densitricha thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Aglaia Species
Other Aglaia species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Aglaia densitricha Pannell, family Meliaceae (first published in Kew Bull., Addit. Ser. 16: 90 (1992)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Aglaia densitricha, 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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