Pachyrhache Dysoxylum Plant Care
Dysoxylum pachyrhache Merr.
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Dysoxylum pachyrhache is a species of tree in the family Meliaceae. The specific epithet pachyrhache is from the Greek meaning 'thick axis', referring to the axis width of the inflorescence.
Every 7–14 days
Partial to full sun
65–85°F
50–80%
At a glance
How do you care for Pachyrhache Dysoxylum?
Plant Pachyrhache Dysoxylum in partial to full sun (USDA zones 13b) and water a young tree every 7–14 days until it is established. It tolerates temperatures of 65–85°F (18–29°C). Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
What Is the Pachyrhache Dysoxylum?
Pachyrhache Dysoxylum (Dysoxylum pachyrhache) belongs to the Meliaceae family within the Dysoxylum genus.
Pachyrhache Dysoxylum displays a tall canopy tree growth habit, reaching up to 50 ft tall with a spread of approximately 20 ft. Pachyrhache Dysoxylum produces small, fragrant white flowers in clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Pachyrhache Dysoxylum?
Water a young or newly planted Pachyrhache Dysoxylum 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.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Until established; then in dry spells
What Light Does the Pachyrhache Dysoxylum Need?
Pachyrhache Dysoxylum thrives in partial to full sun.
Light Requirement
Partial to full sun
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Pachyrhache Dysoxylum Prefer?
Dysoxylum pachyrhache tolerates temperatures of 65–85°F. Pachyrhache Dysoxylum prefers humidity levels of 50–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
50–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Pachyrhache Dysoxylum?
Well-draining, rich loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Pachyrhache Dysoxylum to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Pachyrhache Dysoxylum?
Feed Pachyrhache Dysoxylum 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.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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Where Should You Plant a Pachyrhache Dysoxylum?
Choose a spot with partial to full sun and well-draining, rich loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.
Pachyrhache Dysoxylum 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.
How Far Apart Should You Plant a Pachyrhache Dysoxylum?
Pachyrhache Dysoxylum can spread to about 20 ft (6.1 m) and reach about 50 ft (15 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.
Planning a row or hedge? Try the tree spacing calculator.
How Do You Prune a Pachyrhache Dysoxylum?
Prune Pachyrhache Dysoxylum 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.
How Do You Care for a Pachyrhache Dysoxylum in Winter?
Pachyrhache Dysoxylum 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.
How Do You Propagate a Pachyrhache Dysoxylum?
Pachyrhache Dysoxylum can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to dysoxylum gaudichaudianum plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Pachyrhache Dysoxylum Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Pachyrhache Dysoxylum, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Pachyrhache Dysoxylum?
Pachyrhache Dysoxylum is susceptible to scale insects, caterpillars. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Pachyrhache Dysoxylum Need?
Pachyrhache Dysoxylum grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. In cooler regions, grow Pachyrhache Dysoxylum as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Pachyrhache Dysoxylum is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Dysoxylum genus — compare its care with other Dysoxylum species on PlantoScan.
Dysoxylum is part of the Meliaceae plant family — browse all Meliaceae genera and species.
Pachyrhache Dysoxylum thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Dysoxylum Species
Other Dysoxylum species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Dysoxylum pachyrhache Merr., family Meliaceae (first published in Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 15: 120 (1929)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Pachyrhache Dysoxylum, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13b, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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