Guaiacum sp. (Lignum Vitae)

Guaiacum sp. (Lignum Vitae) blue flower on tree branches with thick oval green leaves.
Guaiacum sp. (Lignum Vitae) branches with blue flower clusters nestled among thick oval green leaves.

Botanical name: Guaiacum sp.

Common names: Lignum Vitae, Guajacum, Guaiac

Family: Zygophyllaceae

Origin: West Indies

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 10-11

Small tree 10-20 ftPlant used for bonsaiPlant form: Small tree; suitable for bonsai
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Blue, lavender, purple flowersFlower color: Blue, lavender, purple
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
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Guaiacum, or Guajacum, is a small genus of evergreen resinous trees or shrubs with opposite oval compound leaves and showy bright blue flowers.

Species:

Guaiacum officinale

Guaiacum sanctum

Similar plants: Guaiacum sp. (Lignum Vitae)


Guaiacum sp. (Lignum Vitae) blue flower close up with yellow stamens and rounded petals
Guaiacum sp. (Lignum Vitae) flower with five rounded blue petals and yellow center stamen filaments
Guaiacum sp. (Lignum Vitae) blue flower close up, multiple petals with yellow centers, green leaves.
Guaiacum sp. (Lignum Vitae) blue flower clusters nestled among small rounded green leaves on branch.
Guaiacum sp. (Lignum Vitae) orange red fruit close up, small oval green leaves on branches
Guaiacum sp. (Lignum Vitae) fruit with orange shells and red interiors alongside small round green leaves


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