Eschweilera integrifolia Plant Care

Eschweilera integrifolia (Eschweilera integrifolia) belongs to the Lecythidaceae family within the Eschweilera genus. Eschweilera integrifolia is native to Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, and Panama.

Eschweilera integrifolia displays a tall canopy tree growth habit, reaching up to 50 ft tall with a spread of approximately 30 ft. Eschweilera integrifolia produces small, fragrant white flowers in clusters.

Leaf size: approximately 8 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Eschweilera integrifolia 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.

Eschweilera integrifolia thrives in partial to full sun.

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

Well-draining, slightly acidic soil with high organic content. Good drainage is essential for Eschweilera integrifolia to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Eschweilera integrifolia 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 partial to full sun and well-draining, slightly acidic soil with high organic content. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Eschweilera integrifolia 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.

Eschweilera integrifolia can spread to about 30 ft (9.1 m) and reach about 50 ft (15 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 Eschweilera integrifolia 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.

Eschweilera integrifolia 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.

Eschweilera integrifolia can be propagated through seeds, air layering. Similar propagation techniques also apply to eschweilera alvimii plant care, which shares the same genus.

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Eschweilera integrifolia is susceptible to scale insects, spider mites, caterpillars. 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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Eschweilera integrifolia grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Eschweilera integrifolia is native to Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, and Panama. In cooler regions, grow Eschweilera integrifolia as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.