Anopyxis klaineana Plant Care

Anopyxis klaineana (Anopyxis klaineana) belongs to the Rhizophoraceae family within the Anopyxis genus. Anopyxis klaineana is native to West Africa and west-central Africa.

Anopyxis klaineana displays a tall, upright tree growth habit, reaching up to 30 ft tall with a spread of approximately 15 ft. Anopyxis klaineana produces small, inconspicuous flowers.

Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Anopyxis klaineana every 7–10 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.

Anopyxis klaineana thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Anopyxis klaineana tolerates temperatures of 65–85°F. Anopyxis klaineana prefers humidity levels of 60–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.

Rich, well-draining soil with high organic content. Good drainage is essential for Anopyxis klaineana to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Anopyxis klaineana 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 full sun to partial shade and rich, well-draining soil with high organic content. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Anopyxis klaineana 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.

Anopyxis klaineana 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.

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Prune Anopyxis klaineana 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.

Anopyxis klaineana 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.

Anopyxis klaineana can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings.

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Anopyxis klaineana is susceptible to 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.

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Anopyxis klaineana grows outdoors in USDA Zone 11a – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 11a. Anopyxis klaineana is native to West Africa and west-central Africa. In cooler regions, grow Anopyxis klaineana as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.