Weinmannia macrophylla Plant Care

Weinmannia macrophylla (Weinmannia jelskii) belongs to the Cunoniaceae family within the Weinmannia genus. Weinmannia macrophylla is native to Peru. Weinmannia macrophylla is also known as Roble de Jelski.

Weinmannia macrophylla displays a tall, upright tree growth habit, reaching up to 30 ft tall with a spread of approximately 15 ft. Weinmannia macrophylla produces small, inconspicuous flowers in clusters.

Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Weinmannia macrophylla 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.

Weinmannia macrophylla thrives in partial to full sun.

Weinmannia jelskii tolerates temperatures of 60–80°F. Weinmannia macrophylla prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.

Rich, well-draining soil with high organic content. Good drainage is essential for Weinmannia macrophylla to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Weinmannia macrophylla every 8 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 rich, well-draining soil with high organic content. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Weinmannia macrophylla 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.

Weinmannia macrophylla can spread to about 15 ft (4.6 m) and reach about 30 ft (9 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 Weinmannia macrophylla 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.

Weinmannia macrophylla 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.

Weinmannia macrophylla can be propagated through seeds, cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to apurimac shrub plant care, which shares the same genus.

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Weinmannia macrophylla is susceptible to aphids, 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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Weinmannia macrophylla grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Weinmannia macrophylla is native to Peru. In cooler regions, grow Weinmannia macrophylla as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.