Crescentia linearifolia
Crescentia linearifolia
Crescentia linearifolia is a rare tropical tree from Central America and the Caribbean, valued for its unusual cauliflorous flowers that bloom directly on the trunk and branches. It thrives in warm, frost-free climates with partial to full sun and well-drained soil kept consistently moist. Best suited to tropical or subtropical gardens; not suitable for indoor cultivation except in large, warm conservatories.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
120″ – 300″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
120″
Flowers
white
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Thoroughly And Allow The Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Before Watering Again
Soil pH
6 – 8.5
Temperature
55° – 100°F
Mature Spread
up to 200″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
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