Family
Bixaceae
Native to
native to Panamá
Type
shrub, tree
Height
short (0 - 5 m/0 - 16 ft )
Height (m)
3 - 8
Speed of Growth
fast
Deciduous/Evergreen
deciduous
Flower Color
pink, white
Flowering Time
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
Fruiting Time
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
Difficult Conditions Tolerated
Degraded Soil
Other Uses
handicrafts, ornamental
Wildlife Attracted
bees, butterflies
Ecosystem Services
erosion control
Best Method of Propagation
cutting, seed