Frost Tolerance: Semi-tender in Phoenix, protect it from frost, or keep it in container
Heat Tolerance: Good heat resistance, does better with afternoon shade
Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade
Origin: Southwestern Madagascar
Growth Habits: Deciduous tree, 13 feet tall (4 m), or more with optimal conditions
Watering Needs: Regular water when the plant has leaves, else occasional water
Propagation: Seeds, cuttings
Spines in 3's
Blooming Habits:
Only mature plants bloom (6 feet tall - 1.8 m). The flowers are white with yellow throat, sweet scented.
Culture:
Will lose leaves and go dormant if kept outside in winter. The leaves will die around 30°F (-9°C)
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