Cotylelobium lewisianum Plant Care

Cotylelobium lewisianum (Cotylelobium lewisianum) belongs to the Dipterocarpaceae family within the Cotylelobium genus.

Cotylelobium lewisianum displays a tall canopy tree growth habit, reaching up to 80 ft tall with a spread of approximately 40 ft. Cotylelobium lewisianum produces small, inconspicuous flowers.

Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Cotylelobium lewisianum 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.

Cotylelobium lewisianum thrives in full sun to partial shade.

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

Well-draining loamy soil with high organic content. Good drainage is essential for Cotylelobium lewisianum to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Cotylelobium lewisianum every 8 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 high organic content. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Cotylelobium lewisianum 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.

Cotylelobium lewisianum can spread to about 40 ft (12.2 m) and reach about 80 ft (24 m) tall. Space plants about 40 ft (12.2 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 Cotylelobium lewisianum 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.

Cotylelobium lewisianum 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.

Cotylelobium lewisianum can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings.

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Cotylelobium lewisianum is susceptible to powdery mildew, 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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Cotylelobium lewisianum grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. In cooler regions, grow Cotylelobium lewisianum as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.