Caesalpinia Bonduc (Guilandina bonduc)
Guilandina bonduc is a fast-growing, thorny vine producing yellow flowers and large, hard, gray seeds used in traditional medicine and crafts.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers sandy loam.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering in cooler months.
Well-draining soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers sandy loam.
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Ideal growing range is 20-30 °C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor
Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer; avoid over-fertilization.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Vine
Plant Category
Medicinal, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
5-10 m
Spread
3-5 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Compound
Flower Size
2-3 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderFabales
- familyFabaceae
- genusGuilandina
- speciesGuilandina bonduc