Cecropia peltata (Cecropia) - Image 12

Botanical name: Cecropia peltata

Common names: Cecropia, Yagrumo, Guarumo

Family: Moraceae

Origin: Central America, South America

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge tree taller than 20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyOrnamental foliageEdible plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Cecropia peltata (Cecropia) yellow fruit and green leaves on the tropical plant close up.
Cecropia peltata (Cecropia) with clusters of yellow fruit extending from the central green stem.


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