Durian Daun Plant Care

Durian Daun (Durio lowianus) belongs to the Malvaceae family within the Durio genus. Durian Daun is also known as Durian Daun Merah.

Durian Daun displays a tall, spreading tree growth habit, reaching up to 60 ft tall with a spread of approximately 30 ft. Durian Daun produces large, showy flowers with a strong odor.

Leaf size: approximately 12 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Durian Daun 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.

Durian Daun thrives in full sun.

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

Well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Durian Daun to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Durian Daun 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 and well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Durian Daun 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.

Durian Daun can spread to about 30 ft (9.1 m) and reach about 60 ft (18 m) tall. Space plants about 30 ft (9.1 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 Durian Daun 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.

Durian Daun 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.

Durian Daun can be propagated through seeds, grafting. Similar propagation techniques also apply to wild durian plant care, which shares the same genus.

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Durian Daun is susceptible to fruit flies, mealybugs, 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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Durian Daun grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. In cooler regions, grow Durian Daun as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.