Parmentiera edulis (Guajilote) - Image 21

Botanical names: Parmentiera edulis, Parmentiera aculeata

Common names: Guajilote, Cuachilote, Guahalote, Candle Tree, Cucumber Tree

Family: Bignoniaceae

Origin: Mexico and Guatemala

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersEdible plantEthnomedical plant.
Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles.
Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time


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