Chaetocarpus coriaceus Plant Care

Chaetocarpus coriaceus (Chaetocarpus coriaceus) belongs to the Peraceae family within the Chaetocarpus genus. Chaetocarpus coriaceus is native to Sri Lanka.

Chaetocarpus coriaceus displays a tall, slender tree growth habit, reaching up to 30 ft tall with a spread of approximately 10 ft. Chaetocarpus coriaceus produces small, inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers.

Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Chaetocarpus coriaceus 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.

Chaetocarpus coriaceus thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Chaetocarpus coriaceus tolerates temperatures of 60–85°F. Chaetocarpus coriaceus prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.

Well-draining loamy soil mix with added perlite for improved drainage. Good drainage is essential for Chaetocarpus coriaceus to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Chaetocarpus coriaceus 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 mix with added perlite for improved drainage. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Chaetocarpus coriaceus is suited to USDA Zone 13a.

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.

Chaetocarpus coriaceus can spread to about 10 ft (3 m) and reach about 30 ft (9 m) tall. Space plants about 10 ft (3 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 Chaetocarpus coriaceus 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.

Chaetocarpus coriaceus 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.

Chaetocarpus coriaceus can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to chaetocarpus castanocarpus plant care, which shares the same genus.

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Chaetocarpus coriaceus is susceptible to spider mites, scale insects, mealybugs. 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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Chaetocarpus coriaceus grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Chaetocarpus coriaceus is native to Sri Lanka. In cooler regions, grow Chaetocarpus coriaceus as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.