Light:

Full sun, partial sun or shade (southern, eastern, western or northern exposure). Grow as close to the window as possible. Some direct sunlight is beneficial.

Temperature:

As a potted plant, maintain indoor temperatures above 40 degrees.

Humidity:

They will tolerate wide swings in humidity with no harm.

Watering:

Bring soil to a state of visual dryness between waterings.  When watering, thoroughly saturate soil until a little water runs out of the bottom of the pot. Growing in clay pots will help create an optimum soil environment for a healthy root system.

Fertilizer:

They are moderate feeders especially when grown under high light: 1/4 tsp./gallon of a balanced fertilizer once a week when they are actively growing is adequate. Stop feeding during the winter or when growth has stopped.

Pruning:

Prune or pinch young plants to create a multiple branched specimen. Prune any time height or form is unacceptable. They break (initiate new growth) easily from even hard cuts.

Insects and Disease:

Aglaia has few problems with insects or disease. Mealy bugs and scale will occasionally bother them.

Comments:  

An easy yet somewhat slow growing plant that will drop its lower leaves as the plant matures creating a rangy specimen. Periodic pruning is needed to maintain a full appearance. Its floral fragrance is quite variable with a strong scent being present under higher humidity. Better to grow them in clay pots.