Cedrela fissilis (Cedro Blanco)

Cedrela fissilis (Cedro Blanco) brown fruit pods held close up in palm of hand
Cedrela fissilis (Cedro Blanco) open fruit pods resting in palm for a clear scale size

Botanical name: Cedrela fissilis

Common names: Cedro Blanco, Brazilian Cedarwood

Family: Meliaceae

Origin: Central and South America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Large tree taller than 20 ftPlant form: Large tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 20 ft or more
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens

Cedrela fissilis is an interesting and rare deciduous tree with velvety stalks bearing dark green leaves and yellow-green flowers in large, foot long clusters. The fruit, a woody capsule, splits to form a 5 point star when mature.


Cedrela fissilis (Cedro Blanco) tree with green leaves and small brown fruit on branches
Cedrela fissilis (Cedro Blanco) tree limbs holding small brown fruit among many green oval leaves.
Cedrela fissilis (Cedro Blanco) green leaves and small brown fruit close up.
Cedrela fissilis (Cedro Blanco) leaves with small round fruit and a split woody capsule.
Cedrela fissilis (Cedro Blanco) brown fruit pods and tan seeds on a white surface close up
Cedrela fissilis (Cedro Blanco) fruit pods and small winged seeds arranged on a plain white surface


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