Castilla elastica (Panama Rubbertree)

Castilla elastica (Panama Rubbertree) green spiky fruit on branch close up in natural light
Castilla elastica (Panama Rubbertree) fruit with spiky green texture attached to a woody fuzzy branch.

Botanical name: Castilla elastica

Common name: Panama Rubbertree

Family: Moraceae

Origin: Central America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

Castilla elastica was the principal source of latex among the Mesoamerican peoples in pre-Columbian times.


Castilla elastica (Panama Rubbertree) with round brown fruit and lush green leaves on branches
Castilla elastica (Panama Rubbertree) with numerous round brown fruit clusters along spreading woody stems


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