Rhomboid-leaved allophylus Plant Care

Rhomboid-leaved allophylus (Allophylus rhomboidalis) belongs to the Sapindaceae family within the Allophylus genus. Rhomboid-leaved allophylus is native to French Polynesia and Pitcairn. Rhomboid-leaved allophylus is also known as Diamond-leaf pricklewood.

Rhomboid-leaved allophylus displays an upright, spreading shrub growth habit, reaching up to 6 ft tall with a spread of approximately 4 ft. Rhomboid-leaved allophylus produces small clusters of white or pink flowers.

Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Rhomboid-leaved allophylus every 7–14 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established trees mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.

Rhomboid-leaved allophylus thrives in partial shade to full sun.

Allophylus rhomboidalis tolerates temperatures of 60–85°F. Rhomboid-leaved allophylus prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.

Well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Rhomboid-leaved allophylus to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Rhomboid-leaved allophylus every 6 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established trees 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 partial shade to full sun and well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Rhomboid-leaved allophylus is suited to USDA Zone 11a – 12b.

Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped trees in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.

Rhomboid-leaved allophylus can spread to about 4 ft (1.2 m) and reach about 6 ft (2 m) tall. Space plants about 4 ft (1.2 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 Rhomboid-leaved allophylus 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 tree in one year.

Rhomboid-leaved allophylus 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.

Rhomboid-leaved allophylus can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to allophylus aldabricus plant care, which shares the same genus.

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Rhomboid-leaved allophylus 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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Rhomboid-leaved allophylus grows outdoors in USDA Zone 11a – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 11a. Rhomboid-leaved allophylus is native to French Polynesia and Pitcairn. In cooler regions, grow Rhomboid-leaved allophylus as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.