Chamelaucium uncinatum Maya

Geraldton Wax 'Maya'

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Compact evergreen shrub with fragrant waxy star-shaped blooms in pink or white. Native to Western Australia, thrives as a cut flower or potted specimen in bright light.
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Plant Details

Common Name Geraldton Wax 'Maya'
Family Myrtaceae
Genus Chamelaucium
Species Uncinatum
Variety Maya
Origin Australia
Blooming Spring to Summer, long-lasting cut flowers
Leaf Color Grey-green foliage with pink or white blooms
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy-loam mix with perlite or pumice

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Watering

Water when topsoil is dry, drought tolerant once established. Avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun outdoors; place near south-facing window indoors during cooler months

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during growing season (Spring/Summer), reduce in winter

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Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness

Pest Control Aphid Scale Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 6 months
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May
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Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
200 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 50%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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