Cannonball Tree (Couroupita guianensis)
Couroupita guianensis, the Cannonball Tree, is a tropical tree famed for its unique cannonball-like fruits and fragrant flowers that bloom directly on its trunk and branches.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Requires well-draining, fertile soil. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.
Temperature
Requires warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed regularly during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Provide afternoon shade in very hot climates.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Water regularly, especially during dry spells.
Requires well-draining, fertile soil. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.
Requires warm temperatures.
Ideal range is 20-30°C; sensitive to frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed regularly during the growing season.
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
15-25 m
Spread
5-10 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
5-7 cm
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderEricales
- familyLecythidaceae
- genusCouroupita
- speciesCouroupita guianensis
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
No