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Description

Medium sized tree usually to 20-40ft, though sometimes smaller. Yellow flowers bloom in spikes during Spring and Summer, and are scented. Orange-red podded fruits follow.

Hardiness

Subtropical, will survive light frosts.

Growing Environment

Enjoys regular water but seems to withstand some drought. Grow in full sun or part shade.

Propagation

By seeds.

Uses

Grown commercially for its hardwood. Was once logged to near extinction.

Native Range

Native to Atlantic coastal rain forests of Brazil.

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