Angostura calophylla Plant Care

Angostura calophylla (Uvariodendron calophyllum) belongs to the Annonaceae family within the Uvariodendron genus. Angostura calophylla is native to Central Africa, West Africa. Angostura calophylla is also known as Uvariopsis calophylla.

Angostura calophylla displays a tall tree, spreading canopy growth habit, reaching up to 30 ft tall with a spread of approximately 20 ft. Angostura calophylla produces small greenish-yellow flowers.

Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Angostura calophylla 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.

Angostura calophylla thrives in partial shade to full sun.

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

Rich, well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Angostura calophylla to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Angostura calophylla 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.

The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.

Choose a spot with partial shade to full sun and rich, well-draining loamy soil with added organic matter. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Angostura calophylla 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.

Angostura calophylla 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 Angostura calophylla 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.

Angostura calophylla 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.

Angostura calophylla can be propagated through seeds, air-layering. Similar propagation techniques also apply to african nutmeg plant care, which shares the same genus.

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Angostura calophylla is susceptible to 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.

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Angostura calophylla grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Angostura calophylla is native to Central Africa, West Africa. In cooler regions, grow Angostura calophylla as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.