Anisophyllea grandis Plant Care
Anisophyllea grandis Benth.
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This unique plant is recognized by its large, glossy, asymmetrical leaves that originate from Southeast Asia. Plant collectors are drawn to Anisophyllea grandis for its striking foliage and the challenge of caring for a species not commonly found in cultivation.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
65–85°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Anisophyllea grandis?
Plant Anisophyllea grandis in full sun to partial shade (USDA zones 11b–12b) and water a young tree every 7–14 days until it is established. It tolerates temperatures of 65–85°F (18–29°C). Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Anisophyllea grandis Native To?
What Is the Anisophyllea grandis?
Anisophyllea grandis (Anisophyllea grandis) belongs to the Anisophylleaceae family within the Anisophyllea genus. Anisophyllea grandis is native to Peninsular Malaysia.
Anisophyllea grandis displays a tall, upright tree growth habit, reaching up to 30 ft tall with a spread of approximately 15 ft. Anisophyllea grandis produces small, inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Anisophyllea grandis?
Water a young or newly planted Anisophyllea grandis 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.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Until established; then in dry spells
What Light Does the Anisophyllea grandis Need?
Anisophyllea grandis thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Anisophyllea grandis Prefer?
Anisophyllea grandis tolerates temperatures of 65–85°F. Anisophyllea grandis prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Anisophyllea grandis?
Rich, well-draining soil with high organic content. Good drainage is essential for Anisophyllea grandis to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Anisophyllea grandis?
Feed Anisophyllea grandis 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.
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 Anisophyllea grandis?
Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade and rich, well-draining soil with high organic content. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.
Anisophyllea grandis is suited to USDA Zone 11b – 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.
How Far Apart Should You Plant a Anisophyllea grandis?
Anisophyllea grandis can spread to about 15 ft (4.6 m) and reach about 30 ft (9 m) tall. Space plants about 15 ft (4.6 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 tree spacing calculator.
How Do You Prune a Anisophyllea grandis?
Prune Anisophyllea grandis 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.
How Do You Care for a Anisophyllea grandis in Winter?
Anisophyllea grandis 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.
How Do You Propagate a Anisophyllea grandis?
Anisophyllea grandis can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to anisophyllea rhizophoroides plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Anisophyllea grandis Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Anisophyllea grandis, 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 Anisophyllea grandis?
Anisophyllea grandis is susceptible to aphids, scale insects, caterpillars. 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 Anisophyllea grandis Need?
Anisophyllea grandis grows outdoors in USDA Zone 11b – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 11b. Anisophyllea grandis is native to Peninsular Malaysia. In cooler regions, grow Anisophyllea grandis as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 11b – 12b
Keep exploring plants
Anisophyllea grandis 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 Anisophyllea genus — compare its care with other Anisophyllea species on PlantoScan.
Anisophyllea is part of the Anisophylleaceae plant family — browse all Anisophylleaceae genera and species.
Anisophyllea grandis thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Anisophyllea Species
Other Anisophyllea species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Anisophyllea grandis Benth., family Anisophylleaceae (first published in J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 1: 79 (1856)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Anisophyllea grandis, 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 11b – 12b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- 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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