Sandboxtree
Hura crepitans
The Sandbox Tree is a fast-growing tropical tree best suited for outdoor cultivation in warm, frost-free climates with ample space. It prefers partial shade when young but tolerates full sun at maturity, requiring regular deep watering to keep roots moist. Exercise extreme caution — all parts of this tree are highly toxic and the exploding seed pods can be hazardous.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
480″
Flowers
red
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Water Deeply And Thoroughly, Keeping Soil Consistently Moist But Not Waterlogged
Soil pH
6 – 8
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed, Division
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Kristen Van Neste (cc-by-nc-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.