Ouratea glomerata Plant Care

Ouratea glomerata (Ouratea glomerata) belongs to the Ochnaceae family within the Ouratea genus. Ouratea glomerata is native to west-central Brazil.

Ouratea glomerata displays a small tree, shrub growth habit, reaching up to 6 ft tall with a spread of approximately 4 ft. Ouratea glomerata produces small, yellow flowers in clusters.

Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Ouratea glomerata 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.

Ouratea glomerata thrives in partial shade to full sun.

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

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

Feed Ouratea glomerata 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 shade to full sun and well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Ouratea glomerata 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.

Ouratea glomerata can spread to about 4 ft (1.2 m) and reach about 6 ft (2 m) tall. Space plants about 4 ft (1.2 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 Ouratea glomerata 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.

Ouratea glomerata 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.

Ouratea glomerata can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to ouratea brevicalyx plant care, which shares the same genus.

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Ouratea glomerata is susceptible to aphids, scale insects, spider mites. 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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Ouratea glomerata grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Ouratea glomerata is native to west-central Brazil. In cooler regions, grow Ouratea glomerata as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.