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Summary
Physical Characteristics
Pachira glabra is an evergreen Tree growing to 15 m (49ft) by 15 m (49ft) at a fast rate.
See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. The flowers are pollinated by Insects.
Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.
UK Hardiness Map
US Hardiness Map
Synonyms
Bombacopsis glabra (Pasq.) A.Robyns Bombax glabrum (Pasq.) A.Robyns Bombax kimuenzae De Wild. & T.Durand Bombax oleagineum A.Robyns Pochota glabra (Pasq.) Bullock
Plant Habitats
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Oil Seed
Edible Uses: Oil
Seed - raw or cooked[307 ]. The seeds can be boiled or roasted like chestnuts[307 , 419 ]. Rich in oil[332 ]. Similar to groundnuts in flavour[332 ]. The young leaves are said to be eaten[332 ]. Also, known as Pachira nut.
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Medicinal Uses
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None known
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Other Uses
Containers Hedge Oil Wood
Agroforestry Uses: The plant is easily reproduced from cuttings and so is widely used as a hedge in coastal regions of Brazil[419 ]. It is sometimes grown to provide shade in cocoa plantations[419 ]. Other Uses: The wood is very light in weight, soft, with loose tissue and of low natural durability. It is sometimes used for making light objects such as boxes, rulers and toys[419 ].
Special Uses
Carbon Farming Food Forest Hedge
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Cultivation details
Staple Crop: Protein-oil
Prefers a deep, fertile loamy soil in full sun or light shade[200 , 307 ]. A fast-growing tree, it can reach a height of 3.5 metres within 2 years from seed[419 ]. It is very adaptable to different soil types, grows well in full sun or partial shade, and is resistant to both drought and flooding. Trees begin to fruit at about 4-5 years, a mature tree producing from 50-80 fruits per year.
Carbon Farming
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Staple Crop: Protein-oil
(16+ percent protein, 16+ percent oil). Annuals include soybeans, peanuts, sunflower seeds. Perennials include seeds, beans, nuts, and fruits such as almond, Brazil nut, pistachio, walnut, hazel, and safou.
References Carbon Farming Information and Carbon Sequestration Information
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Plant Propagation
Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a partially shaded position in individual containers. A germination rate of virtually 100% can be expected, with the seed sprouting within 5 - 10 days[419 ]. The seedlings develop quickly and should be ready to plant out 3 - 4 months later[419 ]. Cuttings root easily[419 ]. Layering
Other Names
If available other names are mentioned here
Pachira nut. Amendoim-de-arvore, American chestnut, Cacau-do-maranhao, Cacau-selvagem, Castanha-da-praia, Castanha-do-maranhao, Mamorana, Malabar Chestnut, Saba Nut, Provision Tree, Guiana Chestnut, Guyana Chestnut, Monguba, Munguba, Pumpo, Money Tree [1-4].
Native Range
SOUTHERN AMERICA: Brazil, Minas Gerais, Pernambuco, Rio de Janeiro,
Weed Potential
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Please note that a plant may be invasive in one area but may not in your area so it’s worth checking.
None Known
Conservation Status
IUCN Red List of Threatened Plants Status : This taxon has not yet been assessed
Growth: S = slow M = medium F = fast. Soil: L = light (sandy) M = medium H = heavy (clay). pH: A = acid N = neutral B = basic (alkaline). Shade: F = full shade S = semi-shade N = no shade. Moisture: D = dry M = Moist We = wet Wa = water.
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Botanical References
Links / References
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A special thanks to Ken Fern for some of the information used on this page.
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