Tovomita weddelliana Plant Care

Tovomita weddelliana (Tovomita weddelliana) belongs to the Clusiaceae family within the Tovomita genus. Tovomita weddelliana is native to the tropical Americas, ranging from Nicaragua to Bolivia and northern Brazil.

Tovomita weddelliana displays a tall tree, spreading canopy growth habit, reaching up to 30 ft tall with a spread of approximately 20 ft. Tovomita weddelliana produces small white fragrant flowers in clusters.

Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Tovomita weddelliana 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.

Tovomita weddelliana thrives in partial to full sun.

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

Well-draining acidic soil mix with added organic matter like peat moss and pine bark. Good drainage is essential for Tovomita weddelliana to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Tovomita weddelliana 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 to full sun and well-draining acidic soil mix with added organic matter like peat moss and pine bark. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Tovomita weddelliana is suited to USDA Zone 11a – 12b.

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.

Tovomita weddelliana 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 Tovomita weddelliana 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.

Tovomita weddelliana is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 11). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

Tovomita weddelliana can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to tovomita aequatoriensis plant care, which shares the same genus.

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Tovomita weddelliana is susceptible to scale insects, spider mites, mealybugs. 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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Tovomita weddelliana grows outdoors in USDA Zone 11a – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 11a. Tovomita weddelliana is native to the tropical Americas, ranging from Nicaragua to Bolivia and northern Brazil. In cooler regions, grow Tovomita weddelliana as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.