Parmentiera edulis (Guajilote)
Botanical names: Parmentiera edulis, Parmentiera aculeata
Common names: Guajilote, Cuachilote, Guahalote, Candle Tree, Cucumber Tree
Family: Bignoniaceae
Origin: Mexico and Guatemala
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This highly ornamental tree is due to the interesting shape of its leaves and the greenish-cream flowers that grow directly from the stem or branch tips. The fibrous, ridged, fruit is 12" long and 2" wide. It resembles a greenish-yellow cucumber, it is juicy with a sweet flavor similar to sugar cane. Eaten either raw or cooked. The fruit is sometimes made into pickles or preserves. It is reported to be a good remedy for colds, and the roots are used as a diuretic. The tree is adapted to a wide range of climatic conditions but is most frequently found in high-rainfall forests where it grows spontaneously.
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Parmentiera edulis, Parmentiera aculeata
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Candle Tree, Guajilote, Guahalote. This highly ornamental tree is a conversation piece due to the interesting shape of its leaves and the greenish-cream flowers that grow directly from the stem or branch tips. The 1 ft long fruit resembles a greenish-yellow cucumber. The fibrous fruit is juicy with a sweet flavor similar to sugar cane.
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· helps to produce strong growth, high yield, larger fruit size.
· for late-bloom and fruit/seed ripening stages of plant development.
· improves plant health and vigor, and increase crop yield.
· eco-friendly and natural, can be used for edibles and organic gardens. Pollinating insects friendly.
· safe to use in daily feeding with every watering.
· scientifically-balanced stable formula is organic Amino-acid based and has NO EDTA chelators to eliminate nutrients lockup. Excellent absorption of trace elements.
· does not affect crop taste.
· Element Content: N, P2O5, K2O, Ca, Mg, S, Fe, Mn, Mg, B, Zn, Cu, Mo, Co.
· Fertilizer license # F002866.
· DIRECTIONS: Mix 25 ml with 1 gal of water. Can be used with every watering, year around. Compatible with other Sunshine Boosters. Do not mix with other concentrated fertilizers.
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· helps to produce strong growth, high yield, larger fruit size.
· for late-bloom and fruit/seed ripening stages of plant development.
· improves plant health and vigor, and increase crop yield.
· eco-friendly and natural, can be used for edibles and organic gardens. Pollinating insects friendly.
· safe to use in daily feeding with every watering.
· scientifically-balanced stable formula is organic Amino-acid based and has NO EDTA chelators to eliminate nutrients lockup. Excellent absorption of trace elements.
· does not affect crop taste.
· Element Content: N, P2O5, K2O, Ca, Mg, S, Fe, Mn, Mg, B, Zn, Cu, Mo, Co.
· Fertilizer license # F002866.
· DIRECTIONS: Mix 25 ml with 1 gal of water. Can be used with every watering, year around. Compatible with other Sunshine Boosters. Do not mix with other concentrated fertilizers.
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· helps to produce strong growth, high yield, larger fruit size.
· for late-bloom and fruit/seed ripening stages of plant development.
· improves plant health and vigor, and increase crop yield.
· eco-friendly and natural, can be used for edibles and organic gardens. Pollinating insects friendly.
· safe to use in daily feeding with every watering.
· scientifically-balanced stable formula is organic Amino-acid based and has NO EDTA chelators to eliminate nutrients lockup. Excellent absorption of trace elements.
· does not affect crop taste.
· Element Content: N, P2O5, K2O, Ca, Mg, S, Fe, Mn, Mg, B, Zn, Cu, Mo, Co.
· Fertilizer license # F002866.
· DIRECTIONS: Mix 25 ml with 1 gal of water. Can be used with every watering, year around. Compatible with other Sunshine Boosters. Do not mix with other concentrated fertilizers.
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