Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot)

Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) plant with pink flower and lush green oval leaves.
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) plant showing delicate pink flower amongst smooth oval green leaves.

Botanical name: Lecythis pisonis

Common names: Monkey Pot, Paradise Nut, Sabucaia Nut

Family: Lecythidaceae

Origin: Tropical 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 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: Regular
Blue, lavender, purple flowersFlower color: Blue, lavender, purple
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
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The fruit of the tree is shaped like a pot and small enough for a monkey to use.

Similar plants: Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot)


Image gallery: 11 images
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) brown round fruit with green leaves on a tree branch
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) woody round fruit dangling from a branch among vibrant green foliage
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) tree with dense green leaves spreading out into broad canopy
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) tree standing with a dark thick trunk and lush green foliage
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) purple flower close up on a green branch for plant enthusiasts
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) with purple flower petals open on a slender woody branch stem
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) purple flower close up with green leaves background
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) flower with purple petals and a small visiting insect
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) purple flower close up on a branch with green buds
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) purple flowers and green buds cluster on a woody branch in growth
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) tree with green leaves and light purple flower clusters.
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) tree with dense green leaves and small light purple flowers.
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) purple flower close up on a branch with green leaves
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) with lavender flowers and small round green buds on the stem.
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) tree with purple flowers and glossy green leaves close up.
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) branches covered in small purple flowers and thick green waxy foliage.
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) brown fruit hanging among green leaves on tree branch close up
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) fruit hanging from branches amidst dense foliage on the wooden tree
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) purple flower close up with green leaves in the background.
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) flower with purple petals and yellow center surrounded by green foliage.
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) with large brown woody fruit hanging from thin tree branches
Lecythis pisonis (Monkey Pot) with unique hollow woody fruit capsules dangling from the thin branches.


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