How long does it take for Swietenia mahagoni to mature?
Swietenia mahagoni is a slow-growing tree and can take many years, often decades, to reach its full mature size.
West Indian Mahogany (Swietenia mahagoni) is a slow-growing tree native to the Caribbean and southern Florida, prized for its durable, reddish-brown timber.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Watering
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers loamy or sandy loam.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures between 20-30 °C. Protect from frost.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer during the spring and summer growing seasons.
Prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Reduce watering in cooler months.
Well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers loamy or sandy loam.
Thrives in warm temperatures between 20-30 °C. Protect from frost.
Ideal growing range.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer during the spring and summer growing seasons.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Foliage, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
15-20 m
Spread
9-12 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Compound
Flower Size
0.5 cm
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
No