
Dragonsblood tree
Pterocarpus officinalis
Pterocarpus officinalis is a large tropical swamp tree native to Caribbean and Central and South American lowland forests, where it grows in seasonally flooded conditions. It requires high humidity, warm temperatures above 60°F, and consistently moist to wet soils, making it best suited for tropical or subtropical outdoor landscapes. This is a specialist specimen tree not recommended for indoor growing or temperate climates.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
120″ – 360″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
240″
Flowers
mixed
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Water Thoroughly To Saturate The Root Zone, Ensuring Excellent Drainage; Reduce Frequency In Cooler Months
Soil pH
6 – 8.5
Temperature
50° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 180″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 7, 2022 by SINAC Pérez Greivin (cc-by-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.