Pentandra mango Plant Care

Pentandra mango (Mangifera pentandra) belongs to the Anacardiaceae family within the Mangifera genus. Pentandra mango is native to Malaysia, Singapore, and possibly Thailand.

Pentandra mango displays a tall, evergreen tree growth habit, reaching up to 30 ft tall with a spread of approximately 20 ft. Pentandra mango produces small, fragrant, white or pinkish flowers.

Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Pentandra mango 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.

Pentandra mango thrives in full sun.

Mangifera pentandra tolerates temperatures of 65–85°F. Pentandra mango prefers humidity levels of 50–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.

Well-draining loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Pentandra mango to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Pentandra mango 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 compost for nutrients. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Pentandra mango 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.

Pentandra mango 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.

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Prune Pentandra mango 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.

Pentandra mango 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.

Pentandra mango can be propagated through seeds, grafting. Similar propagation techniques also apply to mango tree plant care, which shares the same genus.

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Pentandra mango is susceptible to fruit flies, mango 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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Pentandra mango grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Pentandra mango is native to Malaysia, Singapore, and possibly Thailand. In cooler regions, grow Pentandra mango as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.