Glassywood
Astronium graveolens
Glassywood is a striking tropical hardwood tree native to Central and South American forests, valued for its dense, attractive timber and ornamental canopy. It thrives in full sun with well-draining soil and is best suited to large outdoor spaces in frost-free climates. Once established it is relatively drought tolerant and requires only occasional deep watering and minimal pruning.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
240″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Deeply And Allow Soil To Partially Dry Between Waterings; Established Trees Are Moderately Drought Tolerant
Soil pH
6 – 7
Temperature
-20° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jan 23, 2022 by Igor goellner (cc-by-sa)
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