Greenwayodendron oliveri Plant Care
Greenwayodendron oliveri (Engl.) Verdc.
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Greenwayodendron oliveri is a species of plant in the genus Greenwayodendron, and a member of the Annonaceae family, described by Bernard Verdcourt. According to Catalogue of Life Greenwayodendron oliveri does not have any known subspecies.
Every 7–14 days
Partial shade to full sun
65–85°F
50–80%
At a glance
How do you care for Greenwayodendron oliveri?
Plant Greenwayodendron oliveri in partial shade 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 Greenwayodendron oliveri?
Greenwayodendron oliveri (Greenwayodendron oliveri) belongs to the Annonaceae family within the Greenwayodendron genus.
Greenwayodendron oliveri displays a tall tree, spreading canopy growth habit, reaching up to 30 ft tall with a spread of approximately 20 ft. Greenwayodendron oliveri produces showy, fragrant flowers in shades of white, pink, or purple.
Leaf size: approximately 8 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Greenwayodendron oliveri?
Water a young or newly planted Greenwayodendron oliveri 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 Greenwayodendron oliveri Need?
Greenwayodendron oliveri thrives in partial shade to full sun.
Light Requirement
Partial shade to full sun
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Greenwayodendron oliveri Prefer?
Greenwayodendron oliveri tolerates temperatures of 65–85°F. Greenwayodendron oliveri 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 Greenwayodendron oliveri?
Rich, well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter like compost. Good drainage is essential for Greenwayodendron oliveri to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Greenwayodendron oliveri?
Feed Greenwayodendron oliveri 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 Greenwayodendron oliveri?
Choose a spot with partial shade to full sun and rich, well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter like compost. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.
Greenwayodendron oliveri 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 Greenwayodendron oliveri?
Greenwayodendron oliveri can spread to about 20 ft (6.1 m) and reach about 30 ft (9 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 Greenwayodendron oliveri?
Prune Greenwayodendron oliveri 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 Greenwayodendron oliveri in Winter?
Greenwayodendron oliveri 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 Greenwayodendron oliveri?
Greenwayodendron oliveri can be propagated through seeds, air layering. Similar propagation techniques also apply to greenwayodendron suaveolens plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Greenwayodendron oliveri Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Greenwayodendron oliveri, 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 Greenwayodendron oliveri?
Greenwayodendron oliveri is susceptible to spider mites, scale insects, mealybugs. 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 Greenwayodendron oliveri Need?
Greenwayodendron oliveri grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. In cooler regions, grow Greenwayodendron oliveri as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Greenwayodendron oliveri 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 Greenwayodendron genus — compare its care with other Greenwayodendron species on PlantoScan.
Greenwayodendron is part of the Annonaceae plant family — browse all Annonaceae genera and species.
Greenwayodendron oliveri thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Greenwayodendron oliveri (Engl.) Verdc., family Annonaceae (first published in Adansonia , n.s., 9: 92 (1969)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Greenwayodendron oliveri, 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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