Anadenanthera peregrina (Yopo) - Image 9

Botanical name: Anadenanthera peregrina

Common names: Yopo, Jopo, Cohoba, Parica, Calcium Tree

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Faboideae

Origin: Caribbean and South America

USDA Zone: 8-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

Large tree taller than 20 ft

Full sun

Moderate water

White, off-white flowers

Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

Ethnomedical plant.
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Subtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

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