Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Meliaceae

Genus:

Carapa

Species:

Carapa nicaraguensis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

3500 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, bats, insects

Fragrant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–45 days

Notes:

Seeds are recalcitrant and lose viability rapidly if allowed to dry. Must be sown fresh or kept moist. Germination occurs readily without treatment.

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