Also known as Acece · Black Poui · Brazilian Rosewood
Blue jacaranda (Jacaranda mimosifolia) is a stunning semi-evergreen tree known for its profuse, vibrant blue-violet, trumpet-shaped flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering and growth.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 20-27°C during the day and slightly cooler at night. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with balanced fertilizer; reduce in cooler months.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent waterlogging.
Ensure good drainage to avoid root rot, as Jacaranda mimosifolia dislikes consistently wet feet. Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Prune to shape the tree and remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Heavy pruning is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Pinch back new shoots to encourage a bushier form or to control size. Remove any suckers from the base.
Propagate from seeds sown in spring, which require warm conditions and consistent moisture.
Cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood in summer, but germination rates from seed are often more successful for this species. Ensure seeds are fresh for best results.
Young plants benefit from repotting every 1-2 years in spring. Mature trees are best left undisturbed. Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid overwatering.
Ensure the pot has drainage holes.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Blue Jacaranda (Jacaranda mimosifolia) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Bignoniaceae |
| Genus | Jacaranda |
| Species | Jacaranda mimosifolia |
Similar in genus Jacaranda
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