Herrania purpurea (Monkey Cocoa )

Herrania purpurea (Monkey Cocoa) close up with deep purple flower and green buds on trunk
Herrania purpurea (Monkey Cocoa) flower cluster with purple petals and green buds on tree trunk

Botanical name: Herrania purpurea

Common name: Monkey Cocoa

Family: Malvaceae

Origin: Costa Rica - Panama

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Small tree
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: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
Blue, lavender, purple flowersFlower color: Blue, lavender, purple
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

Named Monkey Cocoa because of the fact that its fruit is very similar to Cocoa (Theobroma cacao, used to make chocolate) and because the delicious and refreshing pulp which surrounds the seeds is well liked by monkeys.

Similar plants: Herrania purpurea (Monkey Cocoa )


Herrania purpurea (Monkey Cocoa) purple flower close up on textured brown tree trunk surface
Herrania purpurea (Monkey Cocoa) purple flower clusters emerge directly from the textured brown tree trunk


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