Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Caryocaraceae

Genus:

Caryocar

Species:

Caryocar coriaceum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

800 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

aug,sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals, bees

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Exhibits thick corky bark and resprouts vigorously from root crown after fire events common in Cerrado ecosystems.