Tynanthus guatemalensis Plant Care
Tynanthus guatemalensis Donn.Sm.
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Tynanthus guatemalensis, commonly known as chib' iyal or ch'ajá xuu', is a flowering plant species in the genus Tynanthus. It contains the chemical eugenol, the chemical responsible for the cinnamon aroma in the cinnamon plant.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–85°F
50–80%
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How do you care for Tynanthus guatemalensis?
Water Tynanthus guatemalensis every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 60–85°F (16–29°C) and 50–80% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
What Is the Tynanthus guatemalensis?
Tynanthus guatemalensis (Tynanthus guatemalensis) belongs to the Bignoniaceae family within the Tynanthus genus.
Tynanthus guatemalensis displays a tall vine, climbing shrub growth habit, reaching up to 10 ft tall with a spread of approximately 5 ft. Tynanthus guatemalensis produces showy trumpet-shaped flowers in various colors.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Tynanthus guatemalensis?
Tynanthus guatemalensis requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Tynanthus guatemalensis Need?
Tynanthus guatemalensis thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Tynanthus guatemalensis Prefer?
Tynanthus guatemalensis grows best at temperatures of 60–85°F. Tynanthus guatemalensis prefers humidity levels of 50–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–85°F
Humidity
50–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Tynanthus guatemalensis?
Well-draining, slightly acidic soil with added organic matter like compost. Good drainage is essential for Tynanthus guatemalensis to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Tynanthus guatemalensis?
Feed Tynanthus guatemalensis every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Tynanthus guatemalensis?
Repot every 1-2 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Tynanthus guatemalensis?
Tynanthus guatemalensis can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to tynanthus polyanthus plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Tynanthus guatemalensis Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Tynanthus guatemalensis, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Tynanthus guatemalensis?
Tynanthus guatemalensis is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, scale insects. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Tynanthus guatemalensis Need?
Tynanthus guatemalensis grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. In cooler regions, grow Tynanthus guatemalensis as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Tynanthus guatemalensis is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Tynanthus genus — compare its care with other Tynanthus species on PlantoScan.
Tynanthus is part of the Bignoniaceae plant family — browse all Bignoniaceae genera and species.
Tynanthus guatemalensis thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Tynanthus guatemalensis Donn.Sm., family Bignoniaceae (first published in Bot. Gaz. 18: 6 (1893)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Tynanthus guatemalensis, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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