Lecythis zabucajo, the Sapucaia tree, is a large tropical native of South America, known for its edible nuts and woody fruit capsules.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile loam. Slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed during the growing season.
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Bright, indirect light is ideal for indoor plants.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Water deeply when top inch of soil is dry.
Well-draining, fertile loam. Slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Ideal range is 20-30 °C; avoid frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed during the growing season.
Use balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Fruit, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
20-40 m
Spread
10-20 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
3-5 cm
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
