Commiphora aprevalii Plant Care

Commiphora aprevalii (Commiphora aprevalii) belongs to the Burseraceae family within the Commiphora genus. Commiphora aprevalii is native to Madagascar.

Commiphora aprevalii displays a small tree or shrub growth habit, reaching up to 10 ft tall with a spread of approximately 8 ft. Commiphora aprevalii produces small, inconspicuous flowers in clusters.

Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Commiphora aprevalii every 10–14 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.

Commiphora aprevalii thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Commiphora aprevalii tolerates temperatures of 60–85°F. Commiphora aprevalii prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.

Well-draining sandy soil mix with added perlite and gravel for good drainage. Good drainage is essential for Commiphora aprevalii to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Commiphora aprevalii 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 sandy soil mix with added perlite and gravel for good drainage. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Commiphora aprevalii 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.

Commiphora aprevalii can spread to about 8 ft (2.4 m) and reach about 10 ft (3 m) tall. Space plants about 8 ft (2.4 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 Commiphora aprevalii 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.

Commiphora aprevalii 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.

Commiphora aprevalii can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to african myrrh plant care, which shares the same genus.

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