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Blolly, Beef Tree

Scientific Name: Guapira discolor (Spreng.) Little
Synonym: Guapira bracei, Guapira longifolia, Pisonia discolor, Pisonia discolor var. longifolia , Torrubia bracei, Torrubia discolor, Torrubia longifolia
Family: Nyctaginaceae

Beef Tree (Guapira discolor), U.S.D.A. Forest Service Collection, Courtesy of the Hunt Institute

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 25

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Caribbean region in coastal hammocks

Growth Habits: Medium-sized tree, up to 30 feet tall (9 m) or more; glossy, deep green, elliptic to obovate leaves up to 4 inches long (10 cm) and 1.6 inch wide (4 cm)

Watering Needs: Moderate water, drought resistant, salt tolerant

Blooming Habits:
Trumpet-shaped, small, greenish yellow flowers, in inflorescences 1.2 to 3 inches long (3-7 cm)

Fruiting Habits:
Edible red berries.

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