Sunset®: 8,9,12-24
USDA: 9-11
Heat Tolerance: Excellent, tolerates reflected heat in Phoenix
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Origin: Peru
Growth Habits: Evergreen tree, rapidly up to 40 feet tall (12 m), 40 feet wide (12 m)
Watering Needs: Very little water when established, water every month in summer in Phoenix, do not overwater
Propagation: Fresh seeds in spring, occasionally cuttings in summer
Leaves can cause dermatitis. Seed are sometimes sold as pink pepper. In large quantities, they can be toxic.
Culture:
Sensitive to Texas root rot. Roots can be invasive. Stake young plant, and protect the trunk from sunburn until the leaf coverage is sufficient. The branches are brittle and break easily during storms.
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