Shiny Leaf Aglaia Plant Care

Shiny Leaf Aglaia (Aglaia rimosa) belongs to the Meliaceae family within the Aglaia genus. Shiny Leaf Aglaia is native to Taiwan, Aglaia elaeagnoidea and Aglaias chittagonga, the leaflet of Aglaia rimosa is larger than their leaflet, all three are imparipinnate. Shiny Leaf Aglaia is also known as White Cedar.

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

Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Shiny 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.

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

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

Feed Shiny 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.

Shiny Leaf Aglaia is suited to USDA Zone 10b – 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.

Shiny 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 Shiny 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.

Shiny Leaf Aglaia is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 10). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

Shiny Leaf 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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Shiny 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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Shiny Leaf Aglaia grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10b – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10b. Shiny Leaf Aglaia is native to Taiwan, Aglaia elaeagnoidea and Aglaias chittagonga, the leaflet of Aglaia rimosa is larger than their leaflet, all three are imparipinnate. In cooler regions, grow Shiny Leaf Aglaia as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.