Mariana Aglaia Plant Care

Mariana Aglaia (Aglaia mariannensis) belongs to the Meliaceae family within the Aglaia genus. Mariana Aglaia is native to the Mariana Islands, including Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands, with large dark green, glossy pinnately compound leaves, densely arranged on stems.

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

Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Mariana 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.

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

Aglaia mariannensis tolerates temperatures of 65–80°F. Mariana 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 Mariana Aglaia to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Mariana 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.

Mariana 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.

Mariana 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 Mariana 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.

Mariana 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.

Mariana Aglaia can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to aglaia aherniana plant care, which shares the same genus.

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Mariana 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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Mariana Aglaia grows outdoors in USDA Zone 11a – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 11a. Mariana Aglaia is native to the Mariana Islands, including Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands, with large dark green, glossy pinnately compound leaves, densely arranged on stems. In cooler regions, grow Mariana Aglaia as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.