Natal Mahogany Care

Water your green pet consistently but watch out for excess moisture! Keep the soil moist at all times but don't waterlog it. The best way to check if your plant is thirsty is by touching the topsoil. On average, your Mahogany tree will need a sip once a week under moderate lighting. The darker your room is, the less liquid your plant needs.

Pruning is a must! Some trimming will help the beautiful crown of your Trichilia to grow faster.

Organic houseplant fertilizer is a good choice. Feed the plant once a month during the fall and winter. During spring and summer, you can fertilize your Natal Mahogany every other week.

Avoid direct light; this will cause the leaves to fall! As mentioned above, Natal Mahogany is used to growing in some shade. Your best bet is to put your green pet next to an east-facing window.

Peat soil is a good fit due to its high moisture retention. Your tree will enjoy well-drained and porous growing mediums with high mineral content.

To propagate your plant, push the seeds into well-moistured soil and keep them in a shady spot. In a couple of weeks, the seeds of your Mahogany will begin to grow roots.

The perfect temperature range for Trichilia emetica is 64-79˚F (18-27°C). This sturdy leafy beauty can actually survive temperatures as low as 45°F (7.2°C)!

This tree usually needs a pot of 10 inches (25 cm) or larger. It usually must be repotted into a larger container every 18-24 months. Preferably, you should transplant your Mahogany in spring or summer. Each new pot should be 2-4 inches (5-10 cm) larger than the previous one.

Natal Mahogany received its name from the coastal province of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa, where it grows in damp areas like riverbeds and tropical forests.