Apeiba aspera (Monkey's Comb)
Apeiba aspera (Monkey's Comb) round black spiky fruit held in the palm of a hand.
Botanical name: Apeiba aspera
Common name: Monkey's Comb
Family: Malvaceae
Origin: Central America
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-10
Plant form: Small tree
Mature height: 10-20 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirdsYellow, heavily scented flowers are followed by interesting fruits that resemble sea urchins about 2" in diameter. These black fruits are covered with soft, short spines. Folk lore has it that these spiny fruit pods are used by monkeys as a comb.
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