Englerodendron lebrunii Plant Care

Englerodendron lebrunii (J.Léonard) Estrella & Ojeda

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Englerodendron lebrunii is a species of tree in the family Fabaceae. It is found only in Democratic Republic of the Congo.

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Water

Every 7–14 days

Light

Full sun to partial shade

Temp

60–85°F

Humidity

40–70%

At a glance

How do you care for Englerodendron lebrunii?

Plant Englerodendron lebrunii in full sun to partial shade (USDA zones 13a) and water a young tree every 7–14 days until it is established. It tolerates temperatures of 60–85°F (16–29°C). Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.

What Is the Englerodendron lebrunii?

Englerodendron lebrunii (Englerodendron lebrunii) belongs to the Fabaceae family within the Englerodendron genus.

Englerodendron lebrunii displays a tall, upright tree growth habit, reaching up to 30 ft tall with a spread of approximately 15 ft. Englerodendron lebrunii produces small clusters of white or pink flowers.

Leaf size: approximately 8 inches.

How Often Should You Water a Englerodendron lebrunii?

Water a young or newly planted Englerodendron lebrunii 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 Englerodendron lebrunii Need?

Englerodendron lebrunii thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Light Requirement

Full sun to partial shade

What Temperature and Humidity Does the Englerodendron lebrunii Prefer?

Englerodendron lebrunii tolerates temperatures of 60–85°F. Englerodendron lebrunii prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.

Temperature

60–85°F

Humidity

40–70%

What Soil Mix Works Best for a Englerodendron lebrunii?

Well-draining loamy soil mix with added organic matter for moisture retention. Good drainage is essential for Englerodendron lebrunii to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

How Often Should You Fertilize a Englerodendron lebrunii?

Feed Englerodendron lebrunii 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 Englerodendron lebrunii?

Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade and well-draining loamy soil mix with added organic matter for moisture retention. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Englerodendron lebrunii 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.

How Far Apart Should You Plant a Englerodendron lebrunii?

Englerodendron lebrunii can spread to about 15 ft (4.6 m) and reach about 30 ft (9 m) tall. Space plants about 15 ft (4.6 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 Englerodendron lebrunii?

Prune Englerodendron lebrunii 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 Englerodendron lebrunii in Winter?

Englerodendron lebrunii 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 Englerodendron lebrunii?

Englerodendron lebrunii can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings.

Is the Englerodendron lebrunii Toxic to Pets and Children?

Pet safety not verified

The ASPCA does not list Englerodendron lebrunii, 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 Englerodendron lebrunii?

Englerodendron lebrunii is susceptible to aphids, leaf miners, spider mites. 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 Englerodendron lebrunii Need?

Englerodendron lebrunii grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. In cooler regions, grow Englerodendron lebrunii as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 13a

Keep exploring plants

Englerodendron lebrunii 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 Englerodendron genus — compare its care with other Englerodendron species on PlantoScan.

Englerodendron is part of the Fabaceae plant family — browse all Fabaceae genera and species.

Englerodendron lebrunii thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.

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Sources

  • Scientific name & taxonomy: Englerodendron lebrunii (J.Léonard) Estrella & Ojeda, family Fabaceae — World Flora Online record.
  • Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Englerodendron lebrunii, 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 13a, 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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