Cordia laevifrons

Cordia laevifrons

Native to:
French Guiana | Suriname

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Boraginaceae
Genus:
Cordia
Species:
Cordia laevifrons

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Tree
Height:
800 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jan,feb,mar,apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep,oct,nov,dec
Bloom Colors:
white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, bees, butterflies
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Fragrant:
Yes

Source: Claude claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929 Batch

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
14–45 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily when fresh. Viability declines rapidly with storage. Warm temperatures and consistent moisture improve germination rates.

Source: Claude claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929 Batch