Rollinia parviflora Plant Care

Rollinia parviflora (Rollinia parviflora) belongs to the Annonaceae family within the Rollinia genus. Rollinia parviflora is native to Rio de Janeiro state in southeastern Brazil.

Rollinia parviflora displays a small to medium-sized tree growth habit, reaching up to 20 ft tall with a spread of approximately 15 ft. Rollinia parviflora produces small, yellow-green flowers.

Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Rollinia parviflora every 7–10 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.

Rollinia parviflora thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Rollinia parviflora tolerates temperatures of 60–85°F. Rollinia parviflora prefers humidity levels of 50–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.

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

Feed Rollinia parviflora 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, rich loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Rollinia parviflora is suited to USDA Zone 13a.

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.

Rollinia parviflora can spread to about 15 ft (4.6 m) and reach about 20 ft (6 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 Rollinia parviflora 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.

Rollinia parviflora 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.

Rollinia parviflora can be propagated through seeds, air-layering.

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Rollinia parviflora 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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Rollinia parviflora grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Rollinia parviflora is native to Rio de Janeiro state in southeastern Brazil. In cooler regions, grow Rollinia parviflora as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.