Evergreen tropical small tree up to 5 m. Very decorative in small gardens. Easy growing.
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Sow outdoors |
Attracts Wildlife | Butterflies |
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Average germination (%) | 60 |
Climate Zone | Tropical |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Plant use | Coastal garden, Cosmetic, Gardening, Medicinal, Shade tree |
Seeds per gram | 33 |
Soil - Moisture | Moist but well-drained |
Soil - Type | Fertile, Loam |
Sunlight - Exposure | Partial shade, Sun |
Watering | Moderate |
Place the seeds in boiling water at 90ºC for 5 seconds and immediately after transfer to running water with ice cubes in it. Soak for 24h and then proceed to the sowing maintaining temperatures of 20ºC until the germination is completed.
Leaves and pods are used as laxative to treat constipation.