Candlenut (Aleurites moluccanus)
Candlenut (Aleurites moluccanus) is a fast-growing, evergreen tropical tree. Its high-oil nuts are edible when cooked and used for oil production. The tree provides dense
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate to high
Soil
Well-draining, fertile, sandy loams to clay loams.
Temperature
Warm
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Moderate
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade
At least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily
Moderate to high
Regular watering for young trees, drought-tolerant when mature
Well-draining, fertile, sandy loams to clay loams.
Warm
Prefers 20-30 °C, sensitive to frost
Outdoor
Moderate
Balanced fertilizer for young trees, compost for mature
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Fruit, Ornamental, Medicinal, Foliage
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
15-25 m
Spread
10-20 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Leaf Color
Green, Silvery-green
Leaf Type
Lobed
Flower Size
0.8-1.5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
50000
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMalpighiales
- familyEuphorbiaceae
- genusAleurites
- speciesAleurites moluccanus
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 6/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 7/5
Edible
Yes
Raw nuts contain saponins and phorbol esters, which are purgative and toxic, causing severe gastrointestinal distress. Cooked nuts are safe for consumption.