Calaunia negrosensis Plant Care

Calaunia negrosensis (Calaunia negrosensis) belongs to the Moraceae family within the Calaunia genus. Calaunia negrosensis is native to the island of Negros in the Philippines.

Calaunia negrosensis displays a tall, spreading tree growth habit, reaching up to 30 ft tall with a spread of approximately 20 ft. Calaunia negrosensis produces small, inconspicuous flowers in clusters.

Leaf size: approximately 8 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Calaunia negrosensis 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.

Calaunia negrosensis thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Calaunia negrosensis tolerates temperatures of 65–85°F. Calaunia negrosensis prefers humidity levels of 50–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.

Well-draining loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Calaunia negrosensis to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Calaunia negrosensis 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 well-draining loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Calaunia negrosensis is suited to USDA Zone 13b.

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.

Calaunia negrosensis can spread to about 20 ft (6.1 m) and reach about 30 ft (9 m) tall. Space plants about 20 ft (6.1 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 Calaunia negrosensis 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.

Calaunia negrosensis is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 13). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

Calaunia negrosensis can be propagated through stem cuttings, air layering, division.

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Calaunia negrosensis is susceptible to mealybugs, 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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Calaunia negrosensis grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Calaunia negrosensis is native to the island of Negros in the Philippines. In cooler regions, grow Calaunia negrosensis as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.