Rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora)
Care, watering, light and tips for Rosewood on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Lauraceae
- Difficulty: Demanding
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Rosewood
Aniba rosaeodora, commonly known as rosewoodtree, is an evergreen tree of the Lauraceae family, valued for its aromatic wood and the essential oil extracted from it. It features a straight trunk and a dense canopy with dark green elliptical leaves. It is ideal for botanical collections or as an ornamental specimen in warm, humid tropical climates, where its fragrance can be appreciated.
Native range
Amazon basin in South America (mainly Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, French Guiana, Suriname, and Venezuela)
Care tips
It requires full sun to partial shade and consistently warm temperatures, as it does not tolerate frost. The soil should be deep, fertile, well-drained, and slightly acidic; maintain consistent moisture, but avoid waterlogging, especially in young specimens. A common mistake is attempting to grow it outside its tropical climate zone, as it is very sensitive to low temperatures and dry air.
How to save a dying Rosewood
- Warning signs
- Wilting, yellowing, or dark-spotted leaves. Leaf drop. Soft or rotting stems.
- First aid
- Check drainage and soil moisture. Ensure good ventilation. Place in bright, partial shade. Reduce watering if waterlogged.
- What kills it
- Overwatering causing root rot. Extreme cold or frost. Prolonged lack of humidity.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if rot is not advanced. Act quickly to adjust watering, light, and humidity.