Pentaptera coriacea Plant Care

Pentaptera coriacea (Pentaptera coriacea) belongs to the Combretaceae family within the Pentaptera genus. Pentaptera coriacea is native to southern and southeast Asia in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam.

Pentaptera coriacea displays a tall, upright tree growth habit, reaching up to 30 ft tall with a spread of approximately 15 ft. Pentaptera coriacea produces small, inconspicuous flowers in clusters.

Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Pentaptera coriacea 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.

Pentaptera coriacea thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Pentaptera coriacea tolerates temperatures of 65–85°F. Pentaptera coriacea prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. 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 Pentaptera coriacea to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Pentaptera coriacea 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 to partial shade and well-draining loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Pentaptera coriacea 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.

Pentaptera coriacea 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.

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Prune Pentaptera coriacea 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.

Pentaptera coriacea 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.

Pentaptera coriacea can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings.

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Pentaptera coriacea 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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Pentaptera coriacea grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Pentaptera coriacea is native to southern and southeast Asia in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam. In cooler regions, grow Pentaptera coriacea as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.