Samyda dodecandra (Cafecito)

Samyda dodecandra, Cafecito, Guayabilla. Samyda dodecandra Alba

Samyda dodecandra Alba

Botanical name: Samyda dodecandra

Common names: Cafecito, Guayabilla

Family: Salicaceae (Formerly:Flacourtiaceae)

Origin: Central America

USDA Zone: 10?

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

Large shrub 5-10 ft tall

Semi-shade

Full sun

Regular water

White, off-white flowers

Pink flowers

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Rare multi-trunked tropical tree to 18 feet, small pink flowers line the stems at leaf joints.

Similar to Samyda pubescens.

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