Sandbox Tree (Hura crepitans)
Hura crepitans, the Sandbox Tree, is a fast-growing tropical tree known for its explosive seed capsules and distinctive thorny trunk. Native to tropical Americas.
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Sunlight
Prefers bright, indirect light.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist.
Soil
Well-drained
Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures.
Fertilizer
Feed during growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers bright, indirect light.
Can tolerate some direct sunlight, but avoid intense midday sun which can scorch leaves.
Keep soil consistently moist.
Avoid waterlogged conditions. Reduce watering in winter.
Well-drained
Prefers warm temperatures.
Ideal range is 20-28°C. Protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 15°C.
Feed during growing season.
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 2-3 months from spring to summer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Fruit, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
15-20 m
Spread
5-10 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
1-2 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMalpighiales
- familyEuphorbiaceae
- genusHura
- speciesHura crepitans
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 8/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 8/5
Edible
No
Highly toxic