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Crateva religiosa , Sacred Garlic Pear, Temple Plant

Crateva religiosa

Sacred Garlic Pear, Temple Plant
Family: Capparaceae
Origin: Southeast Asia
Small tree 10-20 ft

Small tree 10-20 ft

Semi-shade

Full sun

Moderate water

Regular water

Yellow, orange flowers

White, off-white flowers

Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds

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Crateva religiosa is similar to Crateva adansonii but creamy white flowers are slightly smaller.

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