Large Leaf Aglaia Plant Care

Large Leaf Aglaia (Aglaia grandis) belongs to the Meliaceae family within the Aglaia genus. Large Leaf Aglaia is native to Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. Large Leaf Aglaia is also known as Chinese Rice Flower.

Large Leaf Aglaia displays a compact, bushy shrub growth habit, reaching up to 3 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Large Leaf Aglaia produces small, fragrant clusters of yellow flowers.

Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Large Leaf Aglaia 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.

Large Leaf Aglaia thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Large Leaf Aglaia in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.

Aglaia grandis tolerates temperatures of 65–80°F. Large Leaf Aglaia prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.

Well-draining, fertile soil with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Large Leaf Aglaia to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Large Leaf Aglaia 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.

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Choose a spot with bright indirect light and well-draining, fertile soil with added organic matter. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Large Leaf Aglaia is suited to USDA Zone 11a – 12b.

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.

Large Leaf Aglaia 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.

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Prune Large Leaf Aglaia 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.

Large Leaf Aglaia is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 11). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

Large Leaf Aglaia can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings.

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Large Leaf Aglaia 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.

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Large Leaf Aglaia grows outdoors in USDA Zone 11a – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 11a. Large Leaf Aglaia is native to Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. In cooler regions, grow Large Leaf Aglaia as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.