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Plant Care
Natal mahogany
(Trichilia emetica)
Also Known As
Natal mahogany, Treetop, Cape mahogany, Bushman’s poison, African mahogany
About This Plant
Trichilia emetica is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 20 meters tall with a trunk diameter of up to 60 cm. It has a rounded crown and a grey-brown bark. The leaves are compound, with 3 to 5 leaflets. The flowers are small, white or cream-colored, and fragrant. The fruit is a round, green, or yellow drupe that contains a single seed.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Height: 10-20 meters (33-66 feet), Spread: 6-8 meters (20-26 feet)
Light Requirements
Trichilia emetica prefers full sun to partial shade.
Humidity Needs
It can tolerate a wide range of humidity levels, but it prefers moderate humidity.
Fertilizing Schedule
It requires regular fertilization during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Pruning Guidelines
Pruning is not necessary, but it can be done to maintain the size and shape of the tree.
Common Pests and Diseases
Trichilia emetica is relatively pest-free, but it can be susceptible to mealybugs, scale insects, and spider mites.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor cultivation
Watering Schedule
It requires moderate watering, and the soil should be kept moist but not waterlogged.
Temperature Range
It can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but it prefers warm temperatures between 20-30°C (68-86°F).
Growing Season
The growing season for Trichilia emetica is from spring to summer.
Growing Difficulty Level
Trichilia emetica is moderately difficult to grow because it requires specific growing conditions and regular maintenance.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Trichilia emetica can grow in USDA hardiness zones 9b to 11.
Did You Know?
Trichilia emetica is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including malaria, diarrhea, and skin diseases.
