Bojer's uapaca Plant Care

Bojer's uapaca (Uapaca bojeri) belongs to the Phyllanthaceae family within the Uapaca genus. Bojer's uapaca is native to Madagascar. Bojer's uapaca is also known as Bojer's wild loquat.

Bojer's uapaca displays a small to medium-sized tree growth habit, reaching up to 15 ft tall with a spread of approximately 10 ft. Bojer's uapaca produces small, inconspicuous flowers.

Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Bojer's uapaca 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.

Bojer's uapaca thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Bojer's uapaca in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.

Uapaca bojeri tolerates temperatures of 65–80°F. Bojer's uapaca prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. 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 Bojer's uapaca to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Bojer's uapaca 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 bright indirect light and well-draining, loamy soil with added organic matter for moisture retention. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Bojer's uapaca is suited to USDA Zone 10a – 11b.

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.

Bojer's uapaca can spread to about 10 ft (3 m) and reach about 15 ft (5 m) tall. Space plants about 10 ft (3 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 Bojer's uapaca 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.

Bojer's uapaca is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 10). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

Bojer's uapaca can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to breadfruit plant care, which shares the same genus.

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Bojer's uapaca is susceptible to spider mites, scale insects, 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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Bojer's uapaca grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10a – 11b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10a. Bojer's uapaca is native to Madagascar. In cooler regions, grow Bojer's uapaca as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.